facing

/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
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Other forms: facings

Definitions of facing
  1. noun
    an ornamental coating to a building
    synonyms: veneer
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    type of:
    coat, coating
    a thin layer covering something
  2. noun
    a protective covering that protects the outside of a building
    synonyms: cladding
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    types:
    revetement, revetment, stone facing
    a facing (usually masonry) that supports an embankment
    type of:
    protection, protective cover, protective covering
    a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury
  3. noun
    providing something with a surface of a different material
    synonyms: lining
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    types:
    babbitting
    lining a surface or bearing with Babbitt metal
    type of:
    application, coating, covering
    the work of applying something
  4. noun
    a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
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    type of:
    liner, lining
    a protective covering that protects an inside surface
Pronunciation
US
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
UK
/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
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