governing
UK: ˈɡʌvənɪŋ | US: ˈɡʌvərnɪŋ
Definition
adj. exercising authority or control
vt. the act of directing or regulating a state, organization, or system
Structure
govern <to steer or rule>ing <present participle suffix>
Etymology
The word "governing" derives from the Old French "governer," meaning "to steer or rule," which itself traces back to the Latin "gubernare" (to direct or govern). The suffix "-ing" is a present participle marker in English, indicating ongoing action. The morpheme "govern" retains its core meaning of control or authority, while "-ing" transforms it into an adjective or gerund form. This reflects the word's evolution from a verb of action to a descriptor of continuous authority.
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