flooring

noun

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

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The couple did hire a supervisory electrician, but otherwise, Paul put down the HVAC himself and the flooring, among other things. Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026 MagFace also allows for installation above existing surfaces, eliminating the need to tear out old flooring, for example. Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Sand and dust frequently slip into the small gaps around the flooring and gradually build up underneath the carpet, making the interior harder to keep fresh over time. New Atlas, 26 May 2026 The space incorporates the brand’s signature DNA through soft pink tones, marble flooring, textured finishes and custom fixtures. Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for flooring

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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 31 May. 2026.

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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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