NYT Dictionary

GORING

/ˈɡɔrɪŋ/
VerbNounAdjectiveGOR-inggor-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

present participle and gerund of gore

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

goeringgoreboreboringpenetrationperforationpiercingpuncture

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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