placing
nounUK /ˈpleɪsɪŋ/
US /ˈpleɪsɪŋ/
The act of putting something in a certain spot.
The placing of the vase on the table was careful.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A ranking in a competition.
She earned a top placing in the race.
3. The act of finding a home or job for someone.
The placing of the puppy with a new family went well.
4. The act of remembering or identifying something.
His placing of the song took a moment.