furring

6 ENTRIES FOUND:

fur·ring

noun \ˈfər-iŋ\

Definition of FURRING

1
: a fur trimming or lining
2
a : the application of thin wood, brick, or metal to joists, studs, or walls to form a level surface (as for attaching wallboard) or an air space b : the material used in this process

First Known Use of FURRING

14th century

Rhymes with FURRING

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