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flooring

noun

floor·​ing ˈflȯr-iŋ How to pronounce flooring (audio)
Synonyms of flooringnext
1
: floor, base
2
: material for floors

Examples of flooring in a Sentence

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Balance the red with black cabinets, flooring, or countertops. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Dec. 2025 The Perfect mood includes chocolate and mocha-colored lacquer and walnut joinery, with maple-parquet flooring matched with white Savec marble and ivory-colored wallpaper. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 1 Dec. 2025 Homes feature fenced yards, granite or quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring and attached two- and three-car garages, according to the AMH website. Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 28 Nov. 2025 Also, the flooring, lighting, and exterior can be built to your preference. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flooring

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of flooring was in 1624

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“Flooring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flooring. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.

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flooring

noun
floor·​ing ˈflōr-iŋ How to pronounce flooring (audio)
ˈflȯr-
1
2
: material for floors

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