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The correct spelling is reporting.
How to pronounce reporting
verb
Say it like: Rep-ort-ing
The correct spelling is reporting. To relate details of (an event or incident); to recount, describe (something). For example: "For insurance reasons, I had to report the theft to the local police station."
Usage Examples
“For insurance reasons, I had to report the theft to the local police station.”
“If you do that again I'll report you to the boss.”
“Andrew Marr reports now on more in-fighting at Westminster.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To relate details of (an event or incident); to recount, describe (something).
- 2.To repeat (something one has heard), to retell; to pass on, convey (a message, information etc.).
- 3.To take oneself (to someone or something) for guidance or support; to appeal.
- 4.To notify someone of (particular intelligence, suspicions, illegality, misconduct etc.); to make notification to relevant authorities; to submit a formal report of.
- 5.To make a formal statement, especially of complaint, about (someone).
noun
- 1.The creation of reports, as for a business or a journal.
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