nogging

[ nog-ing ]

noun

1. masonry, as bricks, used to fill the spaces between studs or other framing members.
2. nog ²( def 3 ).

nogging

/ ˈnɒɡɪŋ /

noun

1. Also callednogScot and NZdwang a short horizontal timber member used between the studs of a framed partition
2. masonry or brickwork between the timber members of a framed construction
3. a number of wooden pieces fitted between the timbers of a half-timbered wall

Word History and Origins

Origin of nogging¹

First recorded in 1815–25; nog ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

There were houses of brick-nogging, which derived their chief support from those adjoining.

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This was done for warmth, and was known as "nogging," following the English practice.

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She was out "egg-nogging," as I used to call it, when Mrs. Sewall called.

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