Meaning ofclaimingin English

Verb

1. to assert one's right to possess
   The thief was caught while claiming the stolen goods.
2. asserting
   The news report claimed that the suspect was armed.
3. asserting one's rights or possession over territory
   The farmers are currently claiming their land.
4. to pursue legal action for monetary recompense
   The company is claiming millions in damages from its former partner.
5. to assert one's rightful entitlement to something
   I'm not sure about my inheritance, as no one is claiming it yet.
6. to assert ownership of something in an unwarranted manner
   The pirates were claiming the treasure.
7. to assert publicly
   The protesters were claiming their rights.
8. asserting as one's own
   I'm not claiming that I'm an expert.