Meaning and usage of the word glancing in English

Meaning of vocabulary glancing

glancingadjective
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/ˈɡlɑːnsɪŋ//ˈɡlænsɪŋ/

Origin of the word glancing

The word "glancing" comes from the Old English word "glansing," meaning "to shine" or "to glitter." This was likely influenced by the word "glance," which also has origins in Old English and meant "to shine brightly." Over time, the meaning shifted to describe a quick look, perhaps because a brief flash of light draws attention. The connection between shining and looking is evident in the modern word "glance," where a brief glimpse can be likened to a fleeting flash of light.

Vocabulary summary glancing

type adjective

meaning brush past

Example of vocabulary glancingnamespace

As she walked down the street, she caught a few glancing looks from passersby.
His eyes briefly glancing at the clock as he checked the time.
The actress gave a quick glancing smile to the audience as she took her bow.
She gave her friend a curious glance that seemed to linger only for a fraction of a second.
As they passed by each other, he gave a fleeting glancing nod in acknowledgment.