What is a Gerund? How Can a Noun be Derived from a Verb?

The video tutorial from The Learning Depot explains gerunds, a type of verbal that acts as a noun. It discusses how gerunds express abstract concepts of actions, differentiating them from present participles. The tutorial covers the functions of gerunds as subjects, complements, direct objects, and objects of prepositions. It also provides guidance on distinguishing gerunds from participles, emphasizing the importance of context. The video concludes with a caution about words ending in -ing, noting that not all are gerunds.

What role does the gerund play in the sentence 'Meditating helps me relax'?

Discuss the caution that should be taken when identifying gerunds.

In the sentences provided, how does the context change the function of the word 'practicing'?