adjective. competing; contending: All vying swimmers come to the judge's desk. verb.

What does it mean when something is relative?

something having, or standing in, some relation or connection to something else. something dependent upon external conditions for its specific nature, size, etc. (opposed to absolute).

What does it mean to VY?

to strive in competition or rivalry with another; contend for superiority: Swimmers from many nations were vying for the title. verb (used with object), vied, vy·ing. Archaic. to put forward in competition or rivalry.