glowing
/ˈɡloʊɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: glowings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The action of glowing.
Noun
Examples
The coldness having now arrived at its acme, or highest point of intensity, glowings of heat were perceived in the intervals between the rigors or successions. These glowings grew gradually stronger […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
That glows or glow.
Adjective
Examples
glowing embers
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
Full of praise.
Adjective
Examples
He received glowing references from his previous employers.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “glowing” mean?
The action of glowing.
Is “glowing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.