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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The jacket features a funnel neck and dual-zip closure, while the skirt incorporates biodegradable corozo fasteners and paneling inspired by the armor traditions of Indian warriors.
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
At the center of the space will be a central bar wrapped in wood paneling and leather accents, topped with dark stone, according to the release.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
february 17, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Here, designer Alicia Treasure used board and batten paneling and dark paint to give the space some visual texture.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
For the collaborative Callsign Low sneaker, the shoe is built in layered canvas, with leather, and a pony hair upper, while the Callsign Mule Shroud introduces removable lace covers, leather and canvas paneling, and a unique snap-off component that allow the silhouette to change.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 19 Feb. 2026
At the center of the space will be a central bar wrapped in wood paneling and leather accents, topped with dark stone, according to the release.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
february 17, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Here, designer Alicia Treasure used board and batten paneling and dark paint to give the space some visual texture.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
For the collaborative Callsign Low sneaker, the shoe is built in layered canvas, with leather, and a pony hair upper, while the Callsign Mule Shroud introduces removable lace covers, leather and canvas paneling, and a unique snap-off component that allow the silhouette to change.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Paneling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paneling. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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