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fainting

The correct spelling is fainting.

How to pronounce fainting

/ˈfeɪntɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈfeɪntɪŋ/

Say it like: Fay-nti-ng

The correct spelling is fainting. To lose consciousness through a lack of oxygen or nutrients to the brain, usually as a result of suddenly reduced blood flow (may be caused by emotional trauma, loss of blood or…

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To lose consciousness through a lack of oxygen or nutrients to the brain, usually as a result of suddenly reduced blood flow (may be caused by emotional trauma, loss of blood or various medical conditions).
  2. 2.To sink into dejection; to lose courage or spirit; to become depressed or despondent.
  3. 3.To decay; to disappear; to vanish.

noun

  1. 1.An act of collapsing into a state of temporary unconsciousness.

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