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- [biv-oo-ak, biv-wak]
- /ˈbɪv uˌæk, ˈbɪv wæk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [biv-oo-ak, biv-wak]
- /ˈbɪv uˌæk, ˈbɪv wæk/
Definitions of bivouacking word
- noun bivouacking a military encampment made with tents or improvised shelters, usually without shelter or protection from enemy fire. 1
- noun bivouacking the place used for such an encampment. 1
- verb without object bivouacking to rest or assemble in such an area; encamp. 1
- verb bivouacking present participle of bivouac. 0
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Origin of bivouacking
First appearance:
before 1700 One of the 50% oldest English words
1700-10; < French < Swiss German bīwacht auxiliary patrol, equivalent to bī- by- + wacht patrol, watch
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Parts of speech for Bivouacking
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
bivouacking popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 51% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
bivouacking usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for bivouacking
verb bivouacking
- hover — to hang fluttering or suspended in the air: The helicopter hovered over the building.
- go on — to move or proceed, especially to or from something: They're going by bus.
- linger — to remain or stay on in a place longer than is usual or expected, as if from reluctance to leave: We lingered awhile after the party.
- stop — to cease from, leave off, or discontinue: to stop running.
- live — to have life, as an organism; be alive; be capable of vital functions: all things that live.
Antonyms for bivouacking
verb bivouacking
- cease — If something ceases, it stops happening or existing.
- discontinue — to put an end to; stop; terminate: to discontinue nuclear testing.
- hurry — to move, proceed, or act with haste (often followed by up): Hurry, or we'll be late. Hurry up, it's starting to rain.
- lie — Jonas, 1880–1940, U.S. painter, born in Norway.
- go — to move or proceed, especially to or from something: They're going by bus.
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