Words / A2

DRYV-ing/ˈdraɪvɪŋ/

Driving is controlling a vehicle: driving lessons, tired driving, dangerous driving. Drive is the verb; a drive can be a short journey. Driver is the person. Driving licence is British; driver’s license is American. Do not use driving for a computer drive (storage).

Meaning

The activity of controlling a car or other vehicle.

Examples

• “His driving has improved since the lessons.”
• “His driving is careful in the rain.”
• “She passed her driving test on the second try.”

Good to know

driving lessons / a driving test. British: driving licence. Person: driver. Verb: drive.

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