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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.

decking British  
/ ˈdɛkɪŋ /

noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of decking

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

Example Sentences

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“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

Laminated teak is an engineered solution in which plantation-grown teak, that would normally be rejected for high-end decking, is thinly sliced and glued together to form a strong, stable material.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

Hughes, with the help of her interior designer sister, Nina Hughes, spent hours that day decking the halls with carnival lights and ribbons galore.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

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

Nailer’s bare feet burned against the sun-blasted decking.

From "Ship Breaker" by Paolo Bacigalupi

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