furring

[ fur-ing ]

noun

1. the act of lining, trimming, or clothing with fur:

   Furring this coat will take several weeks.

2. the fur used:

   What kind of furring would you like?

3. the formation of a coating of matter on something, as on the tongue:

   A heavy furring could mean a high fever.

4. Building Trades.
   1. the attaching of strips of wood or the like furring strips to a wall or other surface, as to provide an even support for lath or to provide an air space between the wall and plasterwork.
   2. material used for this purpose.

furring

/ ˈfɜːrɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. short for furring strip
   2. the fixing of furring strips
   3. furring strips collectively
2. the formation of fur on the tongue
3. trimming of animal fur, as on a coat or other garment, or furs collectively

Word History and Origins

Origin of furring¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; fur + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

A piece of furring strip should be run from the top of the pipe to the wall.

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Stone buildings can be converted into good silos by furring out and double boarding on the inside.

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There the people were more densely settled, the hinterland was small, and many therefore could not go furring.

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Though the fur trapper as a rule is a most gentle creature, the "quality of mercy is not strained" in furring.

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Wooden studding, furring, or lathing should not under any circumstances be placed against a chimney.

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Related Words

• covering
• cushioning
• lining
• padding