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having

The correct spelling is having.

How to pronounce having

/ˈhævɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈhævɪŋ/

Say it like: Hav-ing

The correct spelling is having. To possess, own. For example: "I have a house and a car."

Usage Examples

I have a house and a car.

Do you have the key? (not necessarily one's own key)

I have a really mean boss.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To possess, own.
  2. 2.To hold, as something at someone's disposal.
  3. 3.Used to state the existence or presence of someone in a specified relationship with the subject.
  4. 4.To partake of (a particular substance, especially food or drink, or action or activity).
  5. 5.To be scheduled to attend, undertake or participate in.

noun

  1. 1.The act of possessing; ownership.
  2. 2.Something owned; possession; goods; estate.
  3. 3.A person's behaviour.
  4. 4.(chiefly in the plural) Good manners.

adjective

  1. 1.Grasping; greedy.

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