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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Common types of carpet fibers Carpet fibers determine the durability and price point of your flooring. Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026 The restaurant had to tear down its walls to ensure no mold was growing, and was forced to replace its equipment, furniture, plumbing and flooring. Angela Osorio, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026 Dalrymple also noted that people are eager to lean into organic materials such as clay, terra-cotta, reclaimed brick and wood, bluestone, cobblestone, and other natural elements for countertops, backsplashes, cabinetry, and flooring. Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 12 Mar. 2026 For example, the eufy C28 Roller Mop is a standout for anyone who has a home dominated by hardwood flooring. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026 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 13 Mar. 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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