SOJOURNING Meaning and
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Sojourning, in its noun form, refers to the act or process of temporarily residing in a place that is not one's permanent home. It embodies the idea of temporarily sojourn, residing, or staying in a particular location, often implying that the stay will eventually come to an end. The term emphasizes the transient nature of the residence, suggesting that it is a temporary stay rather than a permanent settlement.
Sojourning can also be used as a verb, describing the action of taking up temporary residence in a place that is not one's usual abode or place of domicile. In this sense, it implies the act of sojourning or temporarily inhabiting a location for a particular purpose, such as work, study, leisure, or personal circumstances.
The concept of sojourning is closely related to migration, travel, or journeying, as it involves moving from one place to another and temporarily residing there. However, sojourning differs from seeking permanent residence or settling down, as it often implies a transitory or temporary stay rather than a long-term commitment. It can be seen as an intentional and purposeful act to dwell somewhere temporarily and experience a different environment before returning or moving on to another location.
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The act of dwelling in a place for a time.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for SOJOURNING
Etymology of SOJOURNING
The word "sojourning" is derived from the verb "sojourn" which originated from Old French "sojorner" and ultimately came from Latin "sub-" meaning "under" and "diurnus" meaning "daily" or "of a day". Hence, "sojourning" refers to the act of temporarily residing or staying in a place.
Conjugate verb Sojourning
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