caving

[ key-ving ]

noun

1. spelunking.

caving

/ ˈkeɪvɪŋ /

noun

1. the sport of climbing in and exploring caves

Derived Forms

• ˈcaver, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of caving¹

First recorded in 1865–70; cave ( def ) + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

But it "stunned and dismayed many members of the faculty" who viewed it as caving to Trump, per The Times.

From Salon

“Cities and states across America have banned plastic straws, caving to pressure from woke activists who prioritize symbolism over science,” the White House said.

From Los Angeles Times

But critics say that the ruling Labor party is caving to opposition demands and going against its own policy of opposing mandatory jail sentences.

From BBC

While the Russians may be closer to caving, it’s not clear that either side’s pain has become intolerable.

From Los Angeles Times

The state refused to allow food to be sent down or anyone to help retrieve the miners, only caving in after several successful court applications.

From BBC