Failing

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/
• Rhymes: -eɪlɪŋ

Verb

1. Present participle of fail

Full definition of failing

Noun

1. weakness; defectHis worst failing is his temper.

Preposition

1. if the preferred or prior option is not possibleA large proportion of the females employed in other firms are said to have signified their intention of going on strike, failing a settlement.