facing

American  

[fey-sing] / ˈfeɪ sɪŋ /

noun

1. a covering in front, for ornament, protection, etc., as an outer layer of stone on a brick wall.

2. a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornament or strengthening.

3. material turned outward or inward, as a cuff or hem.

4. facings, coverings of a different color applied on the collar, cuffs, or other parts of a military coat.

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facing British  

/ ˈfeɪsɪŋ /

noun

1. a piece of material used esp to conceal the seam of a garment and prevent fraying

2. (usually plural) a piece of additional cloth, esp in a different colour, on the collar, cuffs, etc, of the jacket of a military uniform, formerly used to denote the regiment

3. an outer layer or coat of material applied to the surface of a wall

4. marketing an area of retail shelf space

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Etymology

Origin of facing

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; face + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Rather than facing a dead rubber after another demoralising defeat, they can now clinch the series in a decider in Taunton on Tuesday.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

A resolution could also benefit China and European economies, by reducing inflation pressure, and U.S. consumers facing higher gas costs.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Ships navigate the strait by sailing dark or contacting U.S. military officials, facing safety risks and significantly higher insurance costs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

One of the biggest challenges facing quantum technologies is maintaining stable quantum states.

From Science Daily • May 30, 2026

At last the path ended and we lined up facing the single track, over a thousand women standing toe to heel.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom