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What Does Neglecting Mean?

Verb

  • To not take care of something or someone.
  • To forget about something important that needs attention.
  • To not do something you are supposed to do.

Neglecting — Full Explanation

Neglecting means not taking care of something or someone. Like if you have a toy and you forget to play with it or keep it safe, that's neglecting your toy.

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Neglecting Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
उपेक्षा (upeeksha)

upeeksha

अनदेखी (andeekhi)

andeekhi

भूलना (bhoolna)

bhoolna

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Frequently Asked Questions About Neglecting

What does 'neglecting' mean?
Neglecting means not taking care of something or someone, like forgetting to do your homework or not feeding a pet.
How do you pronounce 'neglecting'?
You say 'neglecting' like this: nuh-GLEK-ting.
What is the origin of the word 'neglecting'?
The word 'neglecting' comes from the Latin word 'neglectus', which means to overlook or not pay attention to something.
What is the meaning of 'neglecting' in Kannada?
The word 'neglecting' in Kannada is 'ಅನ್ಯೋನ್ಯ' (Anyōn̄ya).