'Nearing' definitions:

Definition of 'Nearing'

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  • Near \Near\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Neared; p. pr. & vb. n Nearing.] [See Near, adv.] To approach; to come nearer; as, the ship neared the land. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'nearing'

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