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

The onus is now on Trex to show it can grow faster than the overall composite decking market in the years to come, the firm argued.

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

At around 2:40 a.m. on July 30, surging waves caused H Dock’s floating concrete decking to lift along its pilings, according to the Harbor District.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

As Crean crawled out of his sleeping bag and began wriggling out from under the decking, his shoulder knocked against a pin that held the mast clamp in place.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong

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