decking
Americannoun
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material, as paper or fiberboard, treated in various ways as a waterproof covering for a deck or roof.
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material of concrete, asbestos, steel, or the like, in the form of self-supporting flooring or roofing units laid between joists or rafters.
noun
Etymology
Origin of decking
Example Sentences
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“Step outside to a private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool and upgraded decking, perfect for entertaining or relaxing Texas-style,” the listing notes.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026
Pfeiffer’s Texan matriarch is a delight to watch as she flits about her house, decking the halls with warm, multicolored lights and seasonal throw pillows.
From Salon • Dec. 3, 2025
Trex dropped 28% after the decking and railing company reported weaker-than-expected quarterly sales and earnings and slashed its 2025 and 2026 guidance.
From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025
Harbor officials believe that electrical conduits through the center of H Dock’s decking were badly damaged, as were potable water lines.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025
When the hoosh was cooked, Crean doled it out into six bowls, and the men ate it scalding hot, hunched under the decking.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
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