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

The challenges facing New Zealand’s forces have crystallized recently.

From The Wall Street Journal

The mother of two grown children has managed to unite her party without facing any serious challenges.

From Barron's

Child care has joined the growing list of industries in which private equity’s influence is facing renewed government skepticism.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the eurozone, input prices increased at the fastest pace since February 2023, with both manufacturing and services facing steeper inflation, due to higher energy prices.

From Barron's

Drivers like him were already facing a slew of issues - including excise tax and a suspended fare hike - but the recent soaring prices now mean some of his colleagues make nothing.

From BBC