coating

1 of 2

noun

coat·​ing ˈkō-tiŋ How to pronounce coating (audio)
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1
: cloth for coats
2
: coat, covering

coating

2 of 2

present participle of coat entry 2

Examples of coating in a Sentence

Noun The fabric has a coating that prevents liquids from soaking through. A light coating of snow had fallen. There was a coating of ice on the pond.
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The crispy coating had that perfect, satisfying crunch, giving way to juicy meat packed with salt and seasoning without being overly greasy. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 26 Oct. 2026 However, bleach can also strip sealers and other coatings from concrete. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2026 However, pans using this style of coating may not be as durable as others. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026 Italian chemical specialist Officina39 presented several solutions for coatings and color. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coating

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First Known Use

Noun

1768, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of coating was in 1768

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“Coating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coating. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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coating

noun
coat·​ing ˈkōt-iŋ How to pronounce coating (audio)
: coat entry 1 sense 3, covering
a coating of ice on the pond

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