decking

American  

[dek-ing] / ˈdɛk ɪŋ /

noun

1. material, as paper or fiberboard, treated in various ways as a waterproof covering for a deck or roof.

2. material of concrete, asbestos, steel, or the like, in the form of self-supporting flooring or roofing units laid between joists or rafters.

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decking British  

/ ˈdɛkɪŋ /

noun

1. a wooden deck or platform, esp one in a garden for deckchairs, etc

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Etymology

Origin of decking

First recorded in 1525–35; deck + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“Step outside to a private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool and upgraded decking, perfect for entertaining or relaxing Texas-style,” the listing notes.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

Pfeiffer’s Texan matriarch is a delight to watch as she flits about her house, decking the halls with warm, multicolored lights and seasonal throw pillows.

From Salon • Dec. 3, 2025

Trex dropped 28% after the decking and railing company reported weaker-than-expected quarterly sales and earnings and slashed its 2025 and 2026 guidance.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

As the water continued to rise, the structure could not support the decking.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

He’d built the frame from long beams, the roof and walls from decking, the chimney from a vent pipe off a lost steamer, one window from a porthole.

From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk

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