Present participle of expect. Of a woman or female animal, in expectation of giving birth; pregnant. The expecting mother is enthusiastic about learning child care. When is the new couple expecting? Yes, …

If you are expecting something or someone, you believe that they will be delivered to you or come to you soon, often because this has been arranged earlier. I am expecting several important letters but …

Jan 14, 2026Β Β· Adjective expecting (comparative more expecting, superlative most expecting) (not comparable) Of a woman, female animal, or couple, in expectation of giving birth; pregnant.

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EXPECTING definition: 1. present participle of expect 2. to think or believe something will happen, or someone will…. Learn more.

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