CEFR B1

minding

verb (gerund/present participle)

Meaning

Taking care of or supervising someone or something for a period of time.

Examples

Would you mind minding the store for a few minutes while I grab lunch?
He is currently minding his sister's dog while she is away on a business trip.

Synonyms: watching, looking after, supervising, tending

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minding (B1)

verb (gerund/present participle)

Pronunciation: /ˈmaɪndɪŋ/

Definition

Taking care of or supervising someone or something for a period of time.

Examples

Would you mind minding the store for a few minutes while I grab lunch?
He is currently minding his sister's dog while she is away on a business trip.
The staff are responsible for minding the children during the outdoor play session.

Synonyms of minding

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