siding

noun

sid·​ing ˈsī-diŋ How to pronounce siding (audio)
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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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High winds can shatter glass, rip off siding and tear off roofs. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 23 June 2026 Wind gusts could reach 60 mph and damage roofs, siding and trees. — Jen Guadarrama, IndyStar, 22 June 2026 Now that's summer siding made simple! — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 27 June 2026 The mix-and-match shapes create an intricate contrast with the sharp lines of the adjoining deck and the dark siding on the house. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 23 June 2026 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 7 Jul. 2026.

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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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