spacing

noun

spac·​ing ˈspā-siŋ 

1

a

: the act of providing with spaces or placing at intervals

b

: an arrangement in space

2

a

: a limited extent : space

b

: the distance between any two objects in a usually regularly arranged series

Synonyms of spacing

• distance
• width
• length

Examples of spacing in a Sentence

The spacing between characters should be even.

the spacing of the houses was a little tight

Recent Examples on the Web

Joist and beam spans depend on wood type and spacing; consult local codes for specifics, and adjust as needed. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026

Mexico was struggling to adjust to new spacing and speedy Anthony Gordon broke free near the box. — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

At his best, Post could provide spacing for crowded lineups with his 3-point shot. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Conwell’s outside shooting will be important to this season’s Heat team, with floor spacing needed around Miami’s new-look roster built around the frontcourt duo of Bam Adebayo and Giannis Antetokounmpo. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1711, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing spacing

• letter spacing

Rhymes for spacing

• basing
• bracing
• casing
• chasing
• facing
• gracing
• lacing
• lasing
• pacing
• placing
• racing
• tracing

Kids Definition

spacing

noun

spac·​ing

ˈspā-siŋ

1

: an arrangement in space

2

: the distance between any two objects in an arranged series