noun
- the act or process of becoming a widow or widower
verb
- present participle of widow; making someone a widow or widower
Examples
- The war resulted in the widowing of many young women.
- She struggled with the emotional impact of her recent widowing.
- The disease was widowing families across the region.
- His sudden death was widowing his wife at only thirty-five.
- The community supported families experiencing widowing.
- Widowing often brings significant financial challenges.