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Meaning of mounting

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

mounting

Pronunciation:/ˈmaʊntɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To get upon; to ascend; to climb.

    Example: to mount stairs

  2. To place oneself on (a horse, a bicycle, etc.); to bestride.

    Example: The rider mounted his horse.

  3. To cause to mount; to put on horseback; to furnish with animals for riding.

  4. To cause (something) to rise or ascend; to drive up; to raise; to elevate; to lift up.

noun

Definitions

  1. Something mounted; an attachment.

  2. The act of one who mounts.

adjective

Definitions

  1. That continues to mount; steadily accumulating.

    Example: mounting debts