spacing

noun

spac·​ing ˈspā-siŋ How to pronounce spacing (audio)
1
a
: the act of providing with spaces or placing at intervals
b
: an arrangement in space
2
a
: a limited extent : space
b
: the distance between any two objects in a usually regularly arranged series

Examples of spacing in a Sentence

The spacing between characters should be even. the spacing of the houses was a little tight
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He’s installed a new offensive system to improve Chicago’s spacing and movement. Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 14 May 2025 The two-big look gives New York a shot at controlling the paint while better contesting Boston’s five-out spacing. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 4 May 2025 The Revolution’s back line maintained tight spacing, rarely allowing clean shots on goal despite Charlotte’s overwhelming possession advantage. Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2025 The testing resulted in understanding the impact of measures such as all metal fencing instead of wood or vinyl, and expanding the spacing of homes to be 10 feet apart. Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for spacing

Word History

First Known Use

1711, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of spacing was in 1711

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“Spacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spacing. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

spacing

noun
spac·​ing
ˈspā-siŋ
1
: an arrangement in space
2
: the distance between any two objects in an arranged series

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