studding

noun

stud·​ding ˈstə-diŋ How to pronounce studding (audio)
Synonyms of studdingnext
: the studs of a building or wall

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Texture is brought into the otherwise sleek kitchen through black studding added to the refrigerator, vent hood and island. — Brianna Griff, Chron, 2 Oct. 2022 Knee-grazing jean shorts were another staple—often amped up with cargo pockets, studding, grommets and lacing. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026 Jet-setters aspiring to Plein’s rock ‘n’ roll aesthetic can settle into a curved velvet sofa with gold studding. — Colleen Barry, ajc, 13 June 2022 The Woody Belt authentically recreates Woody’s iconic buckle in leather with gold-brass studding and laser-etched Saddleman pose. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Sep. 2025 Appearing alongside her boyfriend, Reuben Selby, Williams looked chic in a Louis Vuitton ensemble, featuring a leather belt adorned with gold studding. — Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 24 Oct. 2019 Masha Popova, Russian Vogue’s web editor and passionate ugly-shoe enthusiast, has been living in her DiorQuake clogs, a black calfskin model with silver studding. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2018

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of studding was in 1588

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“Studding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/studding. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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