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quitting

The correct spelling is quitting.

How to pronounce quitting

verb

Say it like: Kwi-tti-ng

The correct spelling is quitting. To pay (a debt, fine etc.). For example: "After having to work overtime without being paid, I quit my job."

Usage Examples

After having to work overtime without being paid, I quit my job.

John is planning to quit smoking.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To pay (a debt, fine etc.).
  2. 2.To repay (someone) for (something).
  3. 3.To repay, pay back (a good deed, injury etc.).
  4. 4.To conduct or acquit (oneself); to behave (in a specified way).
  5. 5.To carry through; to go through to the end.

noun

  1. 1.The deliberate ending of something.
  2. 2.The ceasing of a habit, especially smoking cigarettes or other addictive behaviors.
  3. 3.The termination of employment, initiated by the employee.

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