decking

noun

deck·​ing ˈde-kiŋ How to pronounce decking (audio)
: deck
also : material for a deck

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Deutsche Bank initiates Trex at buy Deutsche said in its initiation of Trex that the wood decking manufacturer is a top idea. Michael Bloom, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025 For decking, use a three-inch or 3.5-inch galvanized deck nail to anchor loose boards. Clark Hodgin, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025 The 300-watt solar array comprises walkable panels that serve as a natural part of the decking. Camper Schmiede The Marilyn Onroad interior is loaded with a combination of vintage design cues and unique, cutting-edge features. New Atlas, 17 Mar. 2025 This included scenes of flames licking his home’s decking and rampaging through the house of a neighbor. Lynette Rice, Deadline, 8 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for decking

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of decking was in 1580

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“Decking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decking. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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