Phrasal verb narrow something down (Definition of narrowing from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

The meaning of NARROW is of slender width. How to use narrow in a sentence.

Of small or limited width, especially in comparison with length.

The act or process of making narrow, limiting, or restricting, in size, scope, etc.... Click for pronunciations, examples sentences, video.

to (cause to) be reduced or smaller: [no object] The gap between the rich and the poor is not narrowing. [~ + object] to narrow the gap between them. to limit or restrict: [~ + down + object] …

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narrowing definition: process of becoming or making something less wide. Check meanings, examples, usage tips, pronunciation, domains, related words.

Dec 1, 2025 · Noun [edit] narrowing (plural narrowings) The process of becoming narrow. quotations

limited in extent or space; affording little room. narrow quarters. limited in range or scope. a narrow sampling of public opinion. lacking breadth of view or sympathy, as persons, the mind, …