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English

trending

|trend/ing|

B2

/ˈtrɛndɪŋ/

(trend)

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Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'trend' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'trenden,' where 'trend' meant 'to turn or revolve.'

Historical Evolution

'trenden' transformed into the modern English word 'trend,' and eventually became 'trending' as a present participle form.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to turn or revolve,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being popular or widely discussed.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to be currently popular or widely discussed online, especially on social media platforms.

The hashtag #ClimateChange is trending on Twitter.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45