flooring

noun

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

Examples of flooring in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The main floor has open flooring from the kitchen to the living room. Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2024 While the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix operates the church, the Pascua Yaquis run the temple whose earth-laden flooring meets the tribe's ceremonial standards. Jose R. Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024 The middle layer of the mat is made out of moisture-absorbing polypropylene/polyethylene, helping to protect your flooring from water damage. Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024 The house has plaster walls, a curved staircase, original hardwood pegged flooring on the second level, a balcony off the back from the primary bedroom, two fireplaces — one in the living room and one in the primary bedroom — and large windows throughout that allow for lots of light. Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 10 Mar. 2024 The redesign includes a flock of sumptuous new touches including woven wallpaper, plush sectional sofas, leather dining chairs, white oak wood flooring and new appliances in the open-air kitchens. Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Mar. 2024 There are dramatic 23-foot ceilings throughout, in addition to hardwood flooring and tons of custom glass windows and high-security doors. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2024 The house features solar panels, radiant heat flooring and LED lights. Michelle Brunner, Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2024 The smart space is a relaxing spot to sip Champagne or cocktails crafted at the original leather bar while surrounded by parquet flooring, comfy club chairs, and live piano. Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024

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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 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

flooring

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

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