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be·long·ing

belonging

 
pronunciation:
b lawng Ing
part of speech: noun
definition 1: the condition of being comfortable and friendly with others.
I had a feeling of belonging at summer camp.
similar words:
acceptance, affection, association, closeness, community, mutuality, warmth
definition 2: (plural) things that are owned by a person; possessions.
Nell packed all of her belongings and moved out of the apartment.
synonyms:
goods, possessions, property, things
similar words:
baggage, luggage, stuff