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Gerunds are words that are formed with VERBS but act as NOUNS.

verb + ing

A participle is a VERB form that can be used (1) as an adjective, (2) to create verb tense, or (3) to create the passive voice.

Present participle (ending -ing)

Past participle (usually ending -ed, -d, -t, -en, or -n).