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• present participle of fur.

furring

American  

[fur-ing] / ˈfɜr ɪŋ /

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 furring 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.

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furring British  

/ 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

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Etymology

Origin of furring

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

Related Words

• covering
• cushioning
• lining
• padding