Standard Lemma guide

ganging

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈɡæn.d͡ʒɪŋ/
  • /ˈɡæŋ.ɪŋ/
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  • CMU ARPABET: G AE1 NG IH0 NG Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.

1

noun

Meaning 1

A leader used to attach a fishhook to the main line, especially in commercial fishing.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: fishing, hobbies, lifestyle

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2

noun

Meaning 2

The formation of a gang or clique.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

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3

verb

Meaning 3

present participle and gerund of gang

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present

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History

Etymology

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