bathing
UK: ˈbeɪðɪŋ | US: ˈbeɪðɪŋ
n. the act of washing or soaking in water, especially for hygiene or pleasure
vt. the present participle of "bathe," meaning to wash or immerse in water
The word "bathing" derives from the Old English "baþian," meaning "to wash or immerse in water." The root "bathe" traces back to Proto-Germanic "*bathōną," linked to the noun "bath." The suffix "-ing" is a productive English suffix forming present participles or gerunds. Over time, "bathing" evolved to encompass both the action (verb) and the activity (noun), reflecting its dual role in modern usage.
She enjoys bathing in the warm ocean waves.
Bathing the baby requires gentle care and patience.
The spa offers luxurious bathing experiences with essential oils.
After hiking, he relaxed by bathing his sore feet in cold water.
Bathing in sunlight, the cat stretched lazily on the windowsill.