driving (EN)

adjective, noun

adjective “driving”

1. causing something to move or function
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   The driving gears of the machine were well-oiled and functioning smoothly.
2. very powerful or aggressive, especially referring to weather like wind or rain
   The driving rain made it impossible to see more than a few feet ahead on the road.

noun “driving”

1. controlling and steering a car or other vehicle
   After years of taking the bus, she finally took lessons and mastered the art of driving.
2. in golf, the action of hitting the ball far, typically from the starting point towards the hole
   His driving on the 18th hole was impressive, sending the ball straight down the fairway.