flooring

noun

floor·​ing ˈflȯr-iŋ How to pronounce flooring (audio)
1
: floor, base
2
: material for floors

Examples of flooring in a Sentence

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The rocky exterior is aesthetically continued indoors with old-world-feeling flooring of the same material. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024 Ollie's Bargain Outlets has a plethora of departments, including food and snacks, books, flooring and rugs, electronics, pet supplies, home décor and products, clothing and accessories, and furniture. Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2024 Some aspects of this design include placing the sunroom on the back of the house, where the sun naturally shines through; and incorporating terracotta tile flooring to absorb heat. Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 31 Oct. 2024 Marble columns surround the room, which features a row of Roman busts and ornate mosaic flooring. EW.com, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for flooring 

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of flooring was in 1624

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“Flooring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flooring. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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flooring

noun
floor·​ing ˈflōr-iŋ How to pronounce flooring (audio)
ˈflȯr-
1
2
: material for floors

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