This is the 12992nd most frequent Polish word.
oddawania
The act of giving back, returning, or surrendering.
The word 'oddawanie' here is used as a noun meaning 'the act of returning' and refers to the action of returning library books in a timely manner.
Oddawanie książek do biblioteki musi odbywać się terminowo.
Returning books to the library must be done on time.
In this context, 'oddawania' is part of a noun phrase meaning 'casting' or 'giving', specifically in relation to voting in democratic systems.
Proces oddawania głosu jest ważnym elementem demokracji.
The process of casting a vote is an important element of democracy.
Here, 'oddawanie się' means 'devoting oneself,' highlighting a deeper engagement in a hobby or passion.