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

Examples of siding in a Sentence

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There may be more hail-damage claims this year if the roof and siding firms plying Lake County neighborhoods are any indication. Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2025 Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2025 In an episode that too often goes as expected, my siding with Alyssa in a drag beef came as the biggest surprise. Chris Feil, Vulture, 27 June 2025 The Honey Bee is based on a triple-axle trailer and is finished in metal, with lap siding accenting. New Atlas, 25 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 20 Aug. 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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