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

Instead, Summers suggests using a shoe rack or open shelving to keep shoes nice and fresh and in good condition. —Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 16 Mar. 2026

Additionally, there's a small home office with a desk and chair, plus some shelving. —Adam Williams march 14, New Atlas, 14 Mar. 2026

Beyond the benefits, professional designers caution against open shelving. —Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026

The 2017 two-bedroom residence or vacation rental features open shelving, a wood stove, a kitchen with flat-front cabinets, and a downstairs with a double bunk room, a laundry, and an extra space. —The Week Us, TheWeek, 2 Mar. 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