doings

UK: ˈduːɪŋz | US: ˈduɪŋz

Definition
  1. n. activities or events, especially those considered noteworthy or typical of a person or group

  2. n. (archaic) things done or actions performed

Structure
do <act>ing <present participle>s <plural suffix>
Etymology

The word "doings" originates from the Old English verb "dōn" (to act or perform), combined with the present participle suffix "-ing" (indicating ongoing action) and the plural suffix "-s." It evolved in Middle English to denote actions or events collectively, often with a focus on notable or characteristic activities. The morphemes preserve their original spelling and function, making the word transparent in its construction.

Examples
  1. Her daily doings included gardening and painting.

  2. The newspaper reported the doings of the local council.

  3. I’m not interested in the doings of celebrities.

  4. His strange doings puzzled the neighbors.

  5. The book chronicles the doings of a medieval king.