decking

noun

deck·​ing ˈde-kiŋ How to pronounce decking (audio)
Synonyms of deckingnext
: deck
also : material for a deck

Examples of decking in a Sentence

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The good news for Chiefs fans is that Ten rows were removed and re-added to install aluminum decking (think bleachers at high school football games), and the seats themselves stay the same as the rest of the stadium. Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026 What To Look For Look closely at the decking, railing, steps, posts, and ledger board that attaches to your house. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026 Kennywood Park The coaster's loading platform has had most of its decking replaced along with new signage, new automatic gates, and upgraded fencing. Mike Darnay, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026 Dave Kile is the owner of Installed Building Products, which sells composite decking materials. Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for decking

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of decking was in 1580

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“Decking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decking. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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