DECKING Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

decking

verb

Definition of decking

present participle of deck

as in decorating

to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming deck the halls with boughs of holly

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Recent Examples of decking According to Jodi Lee, senior vice president of marketing for Trex, a composite decking company, there’s also a shift toward natural and versatile color palettes for pool decking. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The shower has a separate door which opens onto the decking and pool—ideal for pre- and post-swim bathing (and avoiding water tracking in the suite). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026 That could mean adding a slight pitch to the decking material or leaving small gaps between boards for water to pass between them. — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2026 Bethenny fully customized a Ford Bronco for her daughter's birthday gift, decking it out in a custom light-pink wrap. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026 That’s way more equitable than decking because not everyone has a yard, let alone a space to put up a deck. — Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026 Summer jewelry calls for playful shell motifs, decking out your ankles, and embracing the season's most carefree trends. — Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 24 May 2026 There is also a sinking slope decking display simulating the 15-degree angle that the ship sank, at 15-minute intervals, for visitors to climb upon. — Gregory Harutunian, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026 Parker said a subcontractor working at the parking garage was in the process of installing precast concrete flooring, decking and roofing segments, and one of them failed. — Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026

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Fairytale was the theme for Chanel — decorating a faux salon at the Grand Palais with giant vines and surreal flowers, inspired by both Jack and the Beanstalk and the 1990s movie Jumanji.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026
The couple reportedly transformed Madison Square Garden into a forest, decorating the venue with real trees.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 8 July 2026

Definition of decorating

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The Wingman looks much the same as the 2024-debut Safari Cruiser, albeit with a different accessory set adorning its exterior and interior.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 July 2026
But Miller's choice of further adorning her chains with pretty pearl charms is what really takes her style game to the next level.

— Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 13 July 2026

Definition of adorning

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The spices mingle with the butter, draping over the tomato slices like savory sprinkles that crunch against their tender flesh.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 July 2026
Its cowl neckline and adjustable strap features feel considerate and flattering, draping me in a nice, summery shimmer that shines against a cute shoe (TK see below).

— Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026