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Definition of paneling

paneling

/ˈpæn.əl.ɪŋ/
(UK: panelling)
pan · el · ing
Plural:panelings
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paneling Lexical Profile

paneling Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American Flat, decorative sheets or boards of wood or other material used to cover interior walls, ceilings, or doors.

Example

"The historic library featured dark oak paneling that gave the room a warm, scholarly atmosphere."

2

American The work or process of fitting and covering a surface with panels.

Example

"The carpenter completed the paneling of the dining room ahead of schedule."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled "paneling" in American English and "panelling" in British English.

• Nearby Words

paned
paneer
panel
paneling
panelist
panettone
panfry

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb "panel" (from Old French "panel", meaning a piece of cloth or section, ultimately from Vulgar Latin "pannellus", a diminutive of Latin "pannus" meaning "cloth" or "garment") plus the suffix "-ing".

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