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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

coving

/ˈkəʊvɪŋ/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 1.44 in modern English

Syllables
cov-ing
IPA
/ˈkəʊvɪŋ/
12
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A concave surface forming a junction between a ceiling and a wall.

noun

The vertical sides connecting the jambs with the breast of a fireplace.

noun

A method of urban planning used in subdivision and redevelopment of cities characterized by non-uniform lot shapes.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From cove + -ing.

Inflected Forms

covings (plural)

Phrases

crown molding

Frequently Paired Words

crown molding

Questions

How do you pronounce coving?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈkəʊvɪŋ/.
What does coving mean?
A concave surface forming a junction between a ceiling and a wall.
Where does coving come from?
From cove + -ing.

How to pronounce coving

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