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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Wood siding should start at least 6 inches above ground level. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025 Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2025 The controversy has sparked fierce debate online, with some siding with the families of deceased public figures and others voicing free speech concerns. John Toher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025 Standing out is a spacious living room wrapped in vertical fir siding, plus a dining area that connects to a minimalist kitchen upgraded with newer stainless steel appliances. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 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 23 Oct. 2025.

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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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