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skirting

/skɜːr.tɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does skirting mean?

noun

A strip of material, such as wood or plastic, attached to the bottom of a wall to cover the space between the wall and the floor. A decorative border or edging, especially one made of wood or stone.

Example

"The homeowner installed skirting boards to cover the unsightly gap between the wall and the floor."

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