paneling
noun
pan·el·ing
ˈpa-nᵊl-iŋ 
variants
or less commonly panelling
: panels joined in a continuous surface
especially
: decorative wood panels so joined
Examples of paneling in a Sentence
The dining room had dark paneling.
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Warm colors and architectural paneling harmonize the two floors, while ceramics by Martin and textiles repurposed from Wilkinson’s film projects—including fabric from Aladdin—layer the home with stories.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
Most of the suites follow the design blueprint of an upscale log cabin, replete with stone fireplaces, wood paneling, and the occasional claw-foot tub.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
In the next room are the mantel and wood paneling from the Norcom house.
—Mollie Barnes, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Inside, Thor has smartly borrowed from the styling sensibilities of its European arm, creating a clean, warm space with gray felt wall paneling and furniture contrasted by wood grain doors and face panels.
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
Most of the suites follow the design blueprint of an upscale log cabin, replete with stone fireplaces, wood paneling, and the occasional claw-foot tub.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
In the next room are the mantel and wood paneling from the Norcom house.
—Mollie Barnes, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
Inside, Thor has smartly borrowed from the styling sensibilities of its European arm, creating a clean, warm space with gray felt wall paneling and furniture contrasted by wood grain doors and face panels.
—New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paneling
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“Paneling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paneling. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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