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

For a touch of true elegance, book the Heritage Long Suite, which occupies the former postmaster’s office and is decked out with rich crown molding, marble fireplaces, and his original writing desk from the 19th century. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026

After Gemma’s mom, Bunny (Caroline Sheen), mistakes Alice for a landscaper, then apologizes for the state of her home’s crown molding, Gemma and Alice have an uncomfortable conversation. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026

According to Stein, not all crown molding can handle the same cleaning method. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

Six bedrooms and eight bathrooms are spread across roughly 8,800 square feet, with rustic hardwood floors, 11-foot ceilings, restored pocket doors, and detailed crown molding. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for crown molding

• beholding
• enfolding
• landholding
• refolding
• shareholding
• slaveholding
• stockholding
• unfolding
• upholding
• withholding
• folding
• holding