cladding

1 of 2

noun

clad·​ding ˈkla-diŋ 

: something that covers or overlays

specifically : metal coating bonded to a metal core

cladding

2 of 2

present participle of clad entry 3

Examples of cladding in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

The renovation of the National Air and Space Museum also included refacing the exterior cladding, replacing mechanical systems, and other improvements. — Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 2 Nov. 2026

The lower ground floor is dedicated to men’s collections and combines rough wall cladding with a stone-effect ceiling. — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026

Like the firm's recent Ventura, its exterior is all black, though in this case the sleek metal cladding is offset by some natural timber too. — New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026

Soft fibers track movement The researchers fabricated optical fibers using a flexible rubber core surrounded by black rubber cladding. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

from gerund of clad entry 3

First Known Use

Noun

1936, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for cladding

• adding
• gladding
• madding
• padding