MOLDINGS Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word moldings. (close relations)
Definition of MOLDINGS
Best Alternative Words for MOLDINGS
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border | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a line that indicates a boundary • the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary • the boundary of a surface • a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge • a strip forming the outer edge of something verb • extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle • form the boundary of; be contiguous to • enclose in or as if in a frame • provide with a border or edge • lie adjacent to another or share a boundary | ||||||||
casing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the housing or outer covering of something • the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire • the enclosing frame around a door or window opening | ||||||||
cornice | nounn | |||||||
noun • a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing • a molding at the corner between the ceiling and the top of a wall • the topmost projecting part of an entablature verb • furnish with a cornice | ||||||||
dado | nounn | |||||||
noun • panel forming the lower part of an interior wall when it is finished differently from the rest of the wall • the section of a pedestal between the base and the surbase • a rectangular groove cut into a board so that another piece can fit into it verb • provide with a dado • cut a dado into or fit into a dado | ||||||||
decoration | nounn | |||||||
noun • something used to beautify • an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event • the act of decorating something (in the hope of making it more attractive) | ||||||||
design | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) • an arrangement scheme • something intended as a guide for making something else • a decorative or artistic work • an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions • a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something • the creation of something in the mind verb • make or work out a plan for; devise • plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect • create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner • make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form • create designs • conceive or fashion in the mind; invent • intend or have as a purpose | ||||||||
edging | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • border consisting of anything placed on the edge to finish something (such as a fringe on clothing or on a rug) | ||||||||
embellishment | nounn | |||||||
noun • elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail • a superfluous ornament • the act of adding extraneous decorations to something | ||||||||
finial | nounn | |||||||
noun • an ornament at the top of a spire or gable; usually a foliated fleur-de-lis | ||||||||
frieze | nounn | |||||||
noun • an architectural ornament consisting of a horizontal sculptured band between the architrave and the cornice • a heavy woolen fabric with a long nap | ||||||||
molding | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of creating something by casting it in a mold • a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing • a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge • sculpture produced by molding • a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied | ||||||||
ornament | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • something used to beautify verb • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • be an ornament to | ||||||||
ornamentation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of being ornamented • something used to beautify • the act of adding extraneous decorations to something | ||||||||
trim | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a state of arrangement or appearance • a decoration or adornment typically on the edge of a garment • attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation • cutting down to the desired size or shape adjective satellite • thin and fit • characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder • neat and smart in appearance • severely simple in line or design verb • remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size • decorate, as with ornaments • cut down on; make a reduction in • balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces • be in equilibrium during a flight • decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods • cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of • cut closely • adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used | ||||||||
veneer | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood • an ornamental coating to a building verb • cover with veneer | ||||||||
wainscot | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • panel forming the lower part of an interior wall when it is finished differently from the rest of the wall • wooden panels that can be used to line the walls of a room | ||||||||
coving | nounn | |||||||
noun • A concave surface forming a junction between a ceiling and a wall. • The vertical sides connecting the jambs with the breast of a fireplace. | ||||||||
moulding | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing • a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge • sculpture produced by molding • a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied | ||||||||
modeling | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • sculpture produced by molding • a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied • the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) | ||||||||
casting | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • object formed by a mold • the act of creating something by casting it in a mold • the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel • the choice of actors to play particular roles in a play or movie | ||||||||