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

Its size reflects the Luna Nook's use as a vacation home, rather than full-time residence, and is equipped with a sink, an induction cooktop, a microwave, a small fridge, and a good selection of cabinetry and shelving for its size. — New Atlas, 6 Aug. 2026

Barnes & Noble has also remodeled many of its locations, installing modular shelving, improving lighting, and reorganizing how books are presented. — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026

With flat-screen TVs that can be mounted on a wall, these entertainment centers have fallen out of favor, and there are other ways to display your photo collection, such as on shelving or on console tables. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026

Glass cleaner was also stored on the shelving unit with food items. — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 27 July 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