crown molding

noun

: molding that crowns a surface or structure
especially : molding that runs between the top of an internal wall and a ceiling

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This cherry hardwood floor also has an attractive maple inlay that runs along the border of the room and there is crown molding. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2026 The design avoids trend-chasing and leans into classic refinement, with crown molding, velvet benches, and carved desks with built-in charging ports. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026 Avoid creamy shades on baseboards, crown molding, and door and window trim to prevent a dirty, outdated look, and stick with a crisp white or a true color pulled from the bathroom wallpaper. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026 Set on a small corner lot on a quiet cul-de-sac, the ranch-style residence features white wood shingles and blue shutters, with crown molding and other millwork throughout the home. — Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crown molding

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of crown molding was in 1946

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“Crown molding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crown%20molding. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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