shelving

1 of 2

noun (1)

shelv·​ing ˈshel-viŋ 

1

: a sloping surface or place

2

: the state or degree of sloping

shelving

2 of 2

noun (2)

1

: material for shelves

2

: shelves

Examples of shelving in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

While head coach Dave Canales said McMillan’s shelving for the bulk of the workouts was merely a precautionary measure, the top weapon on offense is paramount to the team’s success and his lack of action was at least somewhat concerning. — Mike Kaye july 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026

Complicating factors for capacity include the thickness of the cabinet’s construction and the placement of shelving or storage on the interior of the door. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2026

According to Sigmon, open shelving can make or break your kitchen. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Ultra-Industrial Kitchen Ultra-industrial kitchens often have a cold and unfinished look due to their commercial-looking hood, open metal shelving, and concrete-looking counters, Brien says. — Jane Kim, The Spruce, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1678, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shelving

• delving

Kids Definition

shelving

noun

shelv·​ing

ˈshel-viŋ

: material to make shelves from

also : the shelves themselves