tiling

noun

til·​ing ˈtī-liŋ How to pronounce tiling (audio)
1
: the action or work of one who tiles
2
a
: tiles
b
: a surface of tiles
3
: tessellation sense 1b
also : a generalization of this to fill Euclidean space of three or higher dimensions using geometric objects of the same dimension as the space filled

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The central bar features mermaid-scale tiling, and rich yacht-style wood finishings throughout and other maritime details speak to the overall nautical theme. Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2025 The version of the piece that the home audience saw that night came complete with the live studio audience’s reaction to the original jokes, alongside a version that was now full of bleeping, tiling, and X-ing to cover the offensive material. Merrill Markoe, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2025 On the top of new American walnut wood floors throughout, the bathroom’s been renovated with black-and-white marble flooring, handmade Spanish wall tiling, and a new vanity. Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 22 Sep. 2025 Expect cask ales, craft beers, and plates like the XXL Stovetop Toastie, served at high tables beneath heritage green tiling. Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tiling

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of tiling was in the 15th century

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“Tiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tiling. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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