facing

/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/

/ˈfeɪsɪŋ/

Other forms: facings

Definitions of facing

1. noun

   an ornamental coating to a building
   synonyms: veneer

   type of:

   coat, coating

   a thin layer covering something
2. noun

   a protective covering that protects the outside of a building
   synonyms: cladding

   types:

   revetement, revetment, stone facing

   a facing (usually masonry) that supports an embankment

   type of:

   protection, protective cover, protective covering

   a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury
3. noun

   providing something with a surface of a different material
   synonyms: lining

   types:

   babbitting

   lining a surface or bearing with Babbitt metal

   type of:

   application, coating, covering

   the work of applying something
4. noun

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

   liner, lining

   a protective covering that protects an inside surface