conducting
kənˈdʌktɪŋ
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Definition of conducting - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
musicthe act of leading an orchestra or choir
  • Conducting requires a deep understanding of the music.
directing leading orchestrating
2.
scienceTECH.the transmission of heat, electricity, or soundTECH.
  • The conducting of electricity through copper wires is efficient..
conveyance transmission
3.
leadershipRarethe act of leading or directing a group or eventRare
  • Her conducting of the orchestra was flawless..
direction guidance leadership

Adjective

1.
musical directiondirecting the performance of musicians
  • The conducting role requires a deep understanding of the music.
directing guiding leading
2.
scienceTECH.capable of transmitting heat or electricityTECH.
  • Copper is a conducting material used in wires.
conductive transmissive
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operating in a normal way despite difficulties
Despite the storm, the store was conducting business as usual.
metal wire carrying electricity over distances
The conducting wire connects the battery to the motor.

Origin of conducting

Latin, conducere (to lead together)

Terms with conducting included in their meaning

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closedadj.
business
not operating or conducting trade
electricity
thin metal thread used for fastening or conducting
private operations
currently conducting regular activities and not open to the public
specific use
room designated for conducting tests
communication
related to conducting interviews
business
act of conducting business or negotiations
media
person conducting an interview for media
opinion surveys
organization conducting opinion polls

Examples of conducting in a sentence

  • His conducting brought the symphony to life.
  • Conducting of heat in metals varies.
  • Sound conducting in air is different.
  • The conducting of the meeting was efficient.
  • His conducting of the ceremony impressed everyone.
  • Her conducting skills were praised by the orchestra.

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  1. French:direction d'orchestre, musical, ...
  2. German:Dirigieren, leitend, ...
  3. Italian:direzione d'orchestra, di direzione, ...
  4. Spanish:dirección, dirigiendo musicalmente, ...
  5. Portuguese:direção, de maestro, ...
  6. Chinese:指挥, 指挥的, ...
  7. Japanese:指揮, 指揮の, ...
  8. Arabic:قِيَادَة, قيادي, ...
  9. Hebrew:נִיצּוּחַ, מָנַצֵּחַ, ...
  10. Russian:дирижирование, дирижёрский, ...
  11. Ukrainian:диригування, музичне керівництво, ...
  12. Hindi:नेतृत्व, संगीत निर्देशन, ...
conduct
ˈkɒndʌkt

Definition of conduct - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
managementtr.organize and carry out an activitytr.
  • They conducted a survey on customer satisfaction.
direct manage oversee
2.
behaviorintr.behave in a certain wayintr.
  • He conducted himself with dignity.
direct manage oversee
3.
musictr.TECH.direct a musical performancetr.TECH.
  • He will conduct the orchestra tonight.
direct lead orchestrate

Noun

1.
behaviorthe way a person behaves in situations
  • His conduct at the meeting was exemplary.
behavior demeanor
2.
task managementthe act of organizing and carrying out tasks
  • The conduct of the project was efficient and smooth.
management supervision
3.
operationsmanagement or guidance of affairs
  • She took over the conduct of the project..
management oversight supervision
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behavior not suitable for someone's position or role
He was charged with conduct unbecoming an officer.
carry out a training program
The coach conducted training to improve the team's performance.
manage or carry out work or commercial activities
She conducts her business with honesty and respect.
rules for acceptable behavior in a specific environment
The company has a strict code of conduct.
manner in which a person behaves
His personal conduct at the meeting was exemplary.
organize and carry out careful looking for a person, object, or information
The officers will conduct a search of the building tonight.

Origin of conduct

Latin, conducere (to lead or bring together)

Examples of conduct in a sentence

  • She was asked to conduct the meeting in his absence.
  • She conducted herself with grace under pressure.
  • They conducted themselves as true professionals during the event.
  • She will conduct the choir at the festival.
  • The maestro will conduct the symphony this weekend.
  • Aluminum can conduct heat rapidly.

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  1. French:mener, conduite, ...
  2. German:durchführen, Verhalten, ...
  3. Italian:condurre, comportamento, ...
  4. Spanish:realizar, conducta, ...
  5. Portuguese:realizar, comportamento, ...
  6. Chinese:进行, 行为, ...
  7. Japanese:実施する, 振る舞い, ...
  8. Arabic:أَجْرَى, سُلُوك, ...
  9. Hebrew:לַעֲרוֹךְ, הִתְנַהֲגוּת, ...
  10. Russian:проводить, поведение, ...
  11. Ukrainian:проводити, поведінка, ...
  12. Hindi:संचालित करना, आचरण, ...

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