crown molding

noun

: molding that crowns a surface or structure
especially : molding that runs between the top of an internal wall and a ceiling

Examples of crown molding in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The formal dining room, designed to accommodate large groups, also has a front-facing view window, decorative crown molding and a coffered ceiling. Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2024 Against it, unique features such as original wooden beams and crown molding shine. Blane Bachelor, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2024 Classic features throughout include gorgeous hardwood flooring and crown molding. Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024 Other highlights are the soaring high ceilings, couture furnishings, and elegant crown molding. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024 The interior is open and loft-like – and lacks even a foot of ornate suburban crown molding. Allen Norwood, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2024 The couple has been slowly updating their new home, installing new lighting, adding crown molding, and even updating the stone fireplace on their own. Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 17 Dec. 2023 Inside, four bedrooms and matching number of baths are spread across a little more than 4,200 square feet of two-level living space boasting hardwood floors, coffered ceilings, arched doorways, crown molding and designer light fixtures throughout. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2024 Also reproduced was crown molding to fill in missing decorative pieces inside the home. Jeastman, oregonlive, 1 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crown molding was in 1946

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“Crown molding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crown%20molding. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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