Auctioning Meaning in English
word · lemma: auction
Definition
Auctioning means selling something to the person who offers the highest price, usually in a public or online event called an auction.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and business-related. Commonly paired with 'items', 'property', or 'goods': 'auctioning off artworks'. Used for both physical and online auctions. Do not confuse with 'sailing' or 'selling'—'auctioning' specifically involves bidding.
Example Sentences
They are auctioning old furniture this weekend.
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The company is auctioning some artwork online.
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They are auctioning their car to raise money.
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My neighbor is auctioning off his vintage bike next month.
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The museum is auctioning off several rare paintings to support its programs.
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They started auctioning houses online when people couldn’t attend in person.
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