interfacing

[ in-ter-fey-sing ]

noun

1. a woven or nonwoven material used between the facing facing and outer fabric of a garment, as in the collar and lapels of a jacket, to add body and give support and shape to the garment.

interfacing

/ ˈɪntəˌfeɪsɪŋ /

noun

1. a piece of fabric sewn beneath the facing of a garment, usually at the inside of the neck, armholes, etc, to give shape and firmness
2. See interlining
   another name for interlining

Word History and Origins

Origin of interfacing¹

inter- + facing

Example Sentences

If the bottom of a coat sleeve is to be left open at the back or slashed, an interfacing of light weight canvas will be necessary.

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Direct data channels can be valuable for interfacing to magnetic disks, drums, and tapes.

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The cost of interfacing depends greatly on the particular computer.

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Conveniently, it requires standard Teletype interfacing, and it can be ordered with an optional keyboard.

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Standardized input-output bus structures designed to simplify interfacing to computers have recently been developed.

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