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flooring

American  
[flawr-ing, flohr-] / ˈflɔr ɪŋ, ˈfloʊr- /

noun

  1. a floor.

  2. floors collectively.

  3. materials for making floors.


flooring British  
/ ˈflɔːrɪŋ /

noun

  1. the material used in making a floor, esp the surface material

  2. another word for floor

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Other Word Forms

  • underflooring noun

Etymology

Origin of flooring

First recorded in 1615–25; floor + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Chevron-patterned hardwood flooring was accessorized with a patterned rug at the center of the space, while a large wooden side table with a lamp was seen next to one arm of the couch.

From MarketWatch

Jane still has damaged belongings and unfinished walls and has had to rip up all the flooring in the house due to the water damage.

From BBC

The chef’s kitchen is the epitome of luxury thanks to its high ceilings adorned in wooden beams, marble tiled flooring, wooden island table, and state-of-the-art appliances.

From MarketWatch

"The sticker shock is kind of flooring," said Drury, who notes that there are currently no new models under $20,000.

From Barron's

Widened paths, smooth flooring, and handrails will help people with disabilities get around.

From BBC