shelving

1 of 2

noun (1)

shelv·​ing ˈshel-viŋ How to pronounce shelving (audio)
1
: a sloping surface or place
2
: the state or degree of sloping

shelving

2 of 2

noun (2)

1
: material for shelves
2

Examples of shelving in a Sentence

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Noun
The shed includes shelving, and the instructions mentioned that the shelves could be configured in various ways. Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025 Zoë Donovan The main bedroom is accessed by space-saving alternating tread steps and includes a king-sized bed, as well as some shelving and a nightstand. New Atlas, 18 June 2025 The restaurant was also dinged for an employee preparing food without a head covering and shelving for dry storage and interior of a cooler in need of cleaning due to food spillage. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025 Walmart is another customer, with the company turning out shelving and other display setups for the retailer. Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for shelving

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of shelving was in 1678

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“Shelving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shelving. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

shelving

noun
shelv·​ing
ˈshel-viŋ
: material to make shelves from
also : the shelves themselves

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