siding

noun

sid·​ing ˈsī-diŋ How to pronounce siding (audio)
1
archaic : the taking of sides : partisanship
2
: a short railroad track connected with the main track
3
: material (such as boards or metal or plastic pieces) forming the exposed surface of outside walls of frame buildings

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Ensure cracks and crevices around the foundation and siding are completely sealed. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2025 It's finished in smart siding painted bright teal and white, and is topped by a metal roof. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 13 Feb. 2025 No siding, roof decking or mechanical units were attached to the building at the time of its collapse, according to Madigan, who added that a large crane was near the middle of the structure and that several man lifts, also known as aerial lifts, were caught in the collapse. Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 30 Jan. 2025 There have also been disagreements with residential homeowners who want to build a new patio or swap out the siding in their homes. Nate Rau, Axios, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for siding

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of siding was in 1600

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“Siding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/siding. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

siding

noun
sid·​ing
ˈsīd-iŋ
1
: a short railroad track connected with the main track
2
: material used to cover the outside walls of frame buildings
vinyl siding

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