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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Savor the authentic architectural charms throughout the home, from tiling and woodwork to beamed ceilings and wrought iron details. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024 Throughout the night, Graham and her guests explored spooky details straight from the film, including the infamous scale model of Winter River, checkered floor tiling and creaky staircases. Catherine Santino, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024 Its terra-cotta walls and spired boxwoods signal the style instantly, and inside are huge arched wooden doors and bespoke kitchen tiling. Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024 The conditions that lead to soft tiling could also explain nature’s preference for certain patterns. Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Sep. 2024 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 26 Nov. 2024.

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