Definition of "kicking" in англійська

adjective

1. (slang) Terrific, great (of clothes) smart, fashionable.

   • a kicking pair of jeans
   • a kicking party

2. (slang) Alive, active (especially in the phrase alive and kicking).

   • still kicking at 89

3. (slang, of a party or event) Actively ongoing and enjoyable.

noun

1. The action of the verb to kick.

   • In boxing, kicking one's opponent is not allowed.

2. A violent assault involving repeated kicks.

   • The bullies pushed the boy over and gave him a kicking.

3. (slang) A great loss or defeat; licking.

4. (performance art) A performance art that is a mix of dance footwork, acrobatic maneuver, and martial arts kicks, drawn from a variety of disciplines. Used in stage dance choreography and staged fight choreography.

verb

1. present participle and gerund of kick