# easing

Pronunciation: say "EE-zing" /ˈizɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of ease. — present participle and gerund of ease
   - Simple: Present participle and gerund of ease. Use this form for something happening now or as a naming word.
   - _The central bank is easing restrictions on small loans this quarter._
   - _Easing into the cold lake, he gasped at the first shock of water._

## Noun

2. The act or process by which something is made less severe, less tight, or less difficult.
   - Simple: The act of making something less painful, less tight, or less hard.
   - _The easing of monetary policy was meant to spur new investment._
   - _Doctors noted a gradual easing of her symptoms over the week._

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