Governing has 3 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Adjective
Noun
1
the act of governing; exercising authority
"regulations for the governing of state prisons"
"he had considerable experience of government"
Verb
1
present participle of govern
"The governing committee met to review the new budget proposals."
In plain English: To govern means to be in charge of and make decisions for a group of people, such as running a country or managing an organization.
"The new laws are governing how businesses must handle customer data."
Adjective
1
responsible for making and enforcing rules and laws
"governing bodies"
Example Sentences
"The new laws are governing how businesses must handle customer data."
verb
"The new policy governing travel rules will take effect next month."
verb
"She is governing her temper even though she feels very angry."
verb
"This agreement governs the relationship between the two companies."
verb
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