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The definition of fleeting is passing by quickly.

(adjective)

An example of fleeting used as an adjective is the phrase a "fleeting interest," which means an interest that a person only has for a short period of time.

See fleeting in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

passing swiftly; not lasting

Origin: OE fleotende, floating: see fleet

Related Forms:

fleetingly adverb
fleetingness noun

See fleeting in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Passing quickly; ephemeral: a fleeting glimpse; a fleeting interest in the campaign.

Related Forms:

fleetˈing·ly adverb

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