English dictionary

facing

/'f/eI/s/I//N/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
an ornamental coating to a building

noun.artifact

Synonyms veneer

Source: WordNet 3.0
a protective covering that protects the outside of a building

noun.artifact

Synonyms cladding

Source: WordNet 3.0
providing something with a surface of a different material

noun.act

Synonyms lining

Source: WordNet 3.0
A covering in front, for ornament or other purpose; an exterior covering or sheathing; as, the <i>facing</i> of an earthen slope, sea wall, etc. , to strengthen it or to protect or adorn the exposed surface.

noun

Source: webster1913