NYT Dictionary

MARRING

/mˈɑɹɪŋ/
VerbNounMAR-ringmar-ring · 2 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2023, 2024, 2026

Meaning

present participle and gerund of mar: ruining, thwarting, spoiling.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

marimpairspoildeflowervitiatemutilateimpairment

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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