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fac·ing
I. \ˈfāsiŋ\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: from gerund of face (II)
1. : the act of one that faces
< his brave facing of the enemy >
also : an instance of such act
2.
a. : a plain or decorative lining applied to an edge of a textile article (as a garment or drapery) and turned either to the inside (as for hems or slashes) or to the outside (as for revers or cuffs)
b. facings plural : the collar, cuffs, and trimmings of some military or other uniform coats commonly of a color different from that of the coat and often prescribed for a particular group (as an arm of the service, a regiment, or a hotel staff)
3.
a. : a covering in front usually for ornament or protective purposes : an exterior covering or sheathing
< a facing of stone blocks on an earthen dam >
< had to replace the clutch facing on his car >
b. : a front of porcelain or plastic used in dental crowns and bridgework to face the metal replacement and simulate the natural tooth
4. : material used or suitable for facing
< you will need 12 yards of ribbon facing for the ruffles >
5. : a powdered substance (as graphite) applied to the face of a mold or mixed with the sand that forms the mold to give a smooth surface to the casting
6. : a turning of men in formation to face in a given direction usually at command
II. adjective
Etymology: from present participle of face (II)
1. : used for or suitable for use in facing
< a strong facing sateen >
2. : arranged or placed opposite one another
< the facing ornaments on the mantel > |