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Definition of hardscaping

hardscaping

/ˈhɑːrdˌskeɪ.pɪŋ/
hard · scap · ing
Plural:hardscapings
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Past Simple:hardscaped
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Past Participle:hardscaped
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Present Participle:hardscaping
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hardscaping Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The non-living, solid architectural elements of landscaping, such as stone pathways, patios, retaining walls, and wooden decks, or the practice of designing and installing them.

Example

"The backyard renovation included extensive hardscaping, featuring a flagstone patio and a low granite retaining wall."

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• verb

1

To design or construct the solid, non-living structural features of an outdoor area, such as walkways, walls, and patios (present participle of hardscape).

Example

"They spent the entire summer hardscaping the sloped yard with terraced stone steps before planting any shrubs."

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• Nearby Words

hardraw falls
hardrock
hardscape
hardscaping
hardscrabble
hardshell
hardship

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hardscaping. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hardscaping
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