siding

noun

sid·​ing ˈsī-diŋ How to pronounce siding (audio)
1
archaic : the taking of sides : partisanship
2
: a short railroad track connected with the main track
3
: material (such as boards or metal or plastic pieces) forming the exposed surface of outside walls of frame buildings

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Pressure washers are powerful tools that can drastically transform the look of your home’s siding, driveways, and even cars (when done carefully, of course). Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025 The exterior is clad in black standing seam metal siding, with pine wood accenting. New Atlas, 27 June 2025 This includes evaluating your facade’s color palette, siding material, and the surrounding landscape. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 25 June 2025 The weather alert warned residents about 60 mph winds and penny-sized hail – hazards that could damage roofs, siding, and potentially uproot trees, according to the warning. Christopher Cann, USA Today, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for siding

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of siding was in 1600

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“Siding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/siding. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

siding

noun
sid·​ing
ˈsīd-iŋ
1
: a short railroad track connected with the main track
2
: material used to cover the outside walls of frame buildings
vinyl siding

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