going

noun

1. the act of one who goes: usually used in compounds: opera-going
2. a leaving; departure
3. the condition of the ground or land as it affects traveling, walking, etc.
4. circumstances affecting progress
5. Slang current situation or course of events in any given area, time, or sphere: tough going in the stock market these days

adjective

1. moving; running; working
2. conducting its business successfully: a going concern
3. in existence or available: the best bet going
4. commonly accepted; current: the going rate for plumbers