noun
- Plural of haunting; instances or occurrences of a ghost or spirit appearing in a place.
- Plural of haunting; persistent and disturbing memories or thoughts that trouble someone.
Usage: Usually used in the plural form; Common in folklore, literature, and popular culture
Usage: Figurative use; Often used metaphorically
Examples
- The old mansion was famous for its hauntings reported by former residents.
- Local legends spoke of hauntings in the cemetery dating back centuries.
- She experienced hauntings of her past mistakes that kept her awake at night.
- The documentary explored several alleged hauntings in historic buildings.
- His hauntings by guilt made it difficult for him to move forward.
- The town attracted paranormal investigators interested in studying the hauntings.
- These hauntings of regret followed him throughout his life.