noun#1,938 by frequency
being
/ˈbiː.ɪŋ/
The state or fact of existence, consciousness, or life, or something in such a state; A living creature; One's basic nature, or the qualities thereof; essence or personality
- plural
- beings
Meanings
- 1
The state or fact of existence, consciousness, or life, or something in such a state
Human beings are about 60% water.
Tatoeba · CK · CC BY 2.0 FR
What is a human being?
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- 2
A living creature
- 3
One's basic nature, or the qualities thereof; essence or personality
- 4
That which has actuality (materially or in concept)rare
- 5
An abode; a cottagerare