shelving

1 of 3

noun (1)

shelv·​ing ˈshel-viŋ 

1

: a sloping surface or place

2

: the state or degree of sloping

shelving

2 of 3

noun (2)

1

: material for shelves

2

: shelves

shelving

3 of 3

present participle of shelve

Examples of shelving in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Wood shelving balances a minimalist fireplace within the living room. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026

Reconfiguring appliances and adding cabinets and open shelving helped optimize the kitchen’s storage and traffic flow. — Sallie Lewis, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2026

The room itself is furnished with a double bed, a wardrobe, and some shelving. — New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026

Save open shelving for decor and keep messier items behind closed doors. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 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