Will'ing, a.

a. [From will, v. t.; Ger. willig, Dan. & Sw. villig.] 1. Free to do or grant; having the mind inclined; not opposed in mind; not choosing to refuse; disposed; not averse; desirous; consenting; ready; fain. Felix, willing to show the Jews a pleasure, left Paul bound. Acts xxiv. 27. He stooped with weary wings and willing feet. Milton. 2. Received of choice, or without reluctance; chosen; desired. They are held with his melodious harmony In willing chains and sweet captivity. Milton. 3. Spontaneous; self-moved. [Rare.] No spouts of blood run willing from a tree. Dryden.