siding
3 synonyms for siding, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Material used to cover and protect the outer walls of a building.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sidetrack
railroad siding
How to use siding
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
vinyl siding
railway siding
Etymology
From "side" plus "-ing".
Full origin of siding →Frequently asked questions
What does “siding” mean?
The word “siding” means material used to cover and protect the outer walls of a building. In plain terms, exterior wall covering on a building, or a short branch of railway track.
How do you pronounce “siding”?
“Siding” is pronounced SEYE-dihng (/ˈsaɪdɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “siding” in a sentence?
Here is “siding” used in a sentence: “They replaced the old wooden siding with vinyl.”
What part of speech is “siding”?
“Siding” is a noun.
Is “siding” a common word?
“Siding” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “siding” have?
“Siding” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: material used to cover and protect the outer walls of a building.
