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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 38% | 4 | Backing for a carpet | |
3 | 35% | 7 | A type of carpet backing | |
Carpet Backing Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "UNDERLAY" which means:
- noun
- • A pad placed under a carpet verb
- • Raise or support (the level of printing) by inserting a piece of paper or cardboard under the type
- • Put (something) under or beneath
- • Provide with a base, support, lining, or backing
An example sentence would be:
- • "He placed an underlay beneath the carpet to provide cushioning."
- • "The underlay is made of foam to absorb impact."
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