matting

1 of 3

noun (1)

mat·​ting ˈma-tiŋ 

1

: material for mats

2

: mats

matting

2 of 3

noun (2)

: a dull lusterless surface (as on gilding, metalwork, or satin)

matting

3 of 3

present participle of mat entry 2, mat entry 3

Examples of matting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Apply thin, dry layers of clippings to prevent matting, promote decomposition, and avoid oxygen blockage. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 11 June 2026

Its refined details include double matting with a gold edge, a beaded border, and a glossy wood-grain finish. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026

For dogs and cats, the Hertzko Double-Sided Dog and Cat Dematting Comb has teeth designed for intense tangles and matting. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 May 2026

Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly matting leads to the water. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

from gerund of mat entry 4

First Known Use

Noun (1)

circa 1847, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1854, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for matting

• batting
• chatting
• patting
• platting
• combating
• combatting
• formatting

Kids Definition

matting

noun

mat·​ting

ˈmat-iŋ

: material for mats

also : mats or a supply of mats