viewing

/ˈvjuɪŋ/
/ˈvjuɪŋ/
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Other forms: viewings

Definitions of viewing
  1. noun
    the display of a motion picture
    synonyms: screening, showing
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    types:
    preview
    a screening for a select audience in advance of release for the general public
    sneak preview
    a preview to test audience reactions
    type of:
    display
    exhibiting openly in public view
  2. noun
    a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial
    synonyms: wake
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    type of:
    vigil, watch
    the rite of staying awake for devotional purposes (especially on the eve of a religious festival)
Pronunciation
US
/ˈvjuɪŋ/
UK
/ˈvjuɪŋ/
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