seeing
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Meaning · English
Inasmuch as; in view of the fact that.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Seeing the boss wasn't around, we took it easy.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “seeing” mean?
Inasmuch as; in view of the fact that.
Is “seeing” formal or informal?
seeing is generally slang.