1. the act of using profane or offensive language
2. the act of calling upon divine power to bring harm or misfortune to someone

1. present participle of curse: using profane or offensive language
2. present participle of curse: calling upon divine power to bring harm to someone

Examples

• The coach was ejected from the game for cursing at the referee.
• She could hear cursing coming from the garage where her father was working.
• The old woman was known for cursing anyone who crossed her.
• His cursing became worse when he was frustrated.
• The sailor’s cursing shocked the passengers.
• Ancient people believed that cursing enemies would bring them bad luck.
• The teacher warned students about cursing in the classroom.