# reigning

Pronunciation: US say "RAY-ning" /ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/; UK

## Adjective

1. Currently in power or holding a title, office, or championship.
   - Simple: Holding power or a top position right now.
   - _The reigning monarch opened parliament with the customary address._
   - _She entered the finals as the reigning world champion._

## Verb

2. Present participle and gerund of reign. — present participle and gerund of reign
   - Simple: Present participle of reign. Use this form for ruling that is happening over a stretch of time.
   - _The emperor was reigning when the great earthquake struck the capital._
   - _After reigning for forty years, the queen finally abdicated the throne._

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