noun
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the material used in making a floor, esp the surface material
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another word for floor
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Etymology
Origin of flooring
Example Sentences
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Beds are surrounded by animal-print seating, parquet oak flooring, marble tables, mirrored cabinets and custom wallpaper.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
“The main residence has brand-new Wolf appliances, including an induction range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Custom new white oak hardwood flooring throughout is the canvas for your personal design statement,” the listing notes.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
Nassef says small businesses and their owners in Ohio are suffering greatly from this inflation pressure, including his neighbor, who does flooring for a living and is struggling to keep up with rising costs.
From Slate • Apr. 24, 2026
Weak home sales are curbing shoppers’ appetite for appliances, cabinets and flooring, but some observers see brighter days ahead.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
A large one shot out of the water, skimmed toward us, and then slammed into the raft flooring.
From "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor
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