telling


Definition: Meaning of, telling in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈtɛlɪŋ /

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  1. having a great or important effect [=  significant]
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  2. showing the true character or nature of someone or something, often without being intended
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  1. [uncountable and countable] when you tell a story
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  2. there is no telling used to say that there is no way to know what will happen in a certain situation
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telling used in phrases

  • fortune telling (noun)
    1. or the pretence of prophecy the art or gift of prophecy by supernatural means
  • telling-off (noun)
    1. the act of telling someone that they have done something wrong
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