shiplap

noun

ship·​lap ˈship-ˌlap How to pronounce shiplap (audio)
: wooden sheathing in which the boards are rabbeted so that the edges of each board lap over the edges of adjacent boards to make a flush joint

Examples of shiplap in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The beloved couple introduced modern farmhouse decor to millions of homeowners who took to heart Joanna’s love of moody color paired with neutrals, barn doors, pale wood, and, of course, shiplap. Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024 An open-concept floor decked in shiplap walls features six bedrooms. Spencer Elliott, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 High-end finishes like solid core doors, volume ceilings with shiplap and picture windows with lower openings add a refined touch to the interior. Spencer Elliott, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 Find it on Amazon Stick On Wood Plank Walls Love the look of shiplap or wood plank walls? Micaela Arnett, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2024 Combine the shiplap with cool concrete floors, quilted bedding, and a hide rug for a more ranch-style sanctuary. Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 By the middle of the decade, the cult following for Chip and Joanna Gaines (one word: shiplap) brought white kitchens and farmhouse style to popularity. Medgina Saint-Elien, House Beautiful, 23 June 2023 Even the back wall of the cabinets have a stylish upgrade: they’re lined with beadboard, a close relative of her go-to shiplap. Mackenzie Schmidt, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023 The cast-stone fireplace, flanked by neutral shiplap, creates the perfect canvas for a standout decor piece. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shiplap was in 1895

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“Shiplap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shiplap. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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