Definition

The material or panels used to cover a surface, especially the walls inside a building.

Example

The living room was beautifully decorated with wooden panelling.

Conversation

Have you seen the new panelling in my living room?

Yeah, it looks really nice and adds a lot of character.

Thanks! I wanted something that would brighten up the space.

You definitely nailed it; the panelling makes it feel so cozy!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cover or decorate a surface with panels, often used in construction or interior design.

Example

They are panelling the walls of the living room with wood for a warm look.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was thinking about panelling the walls in my living room.

That sounds like a fun project! What style are you considering?

Maybe something modern, with sleek wood panelling to add warmth.

Root Explanation

Panelling → It is formed from "panel" (from Old French *panel*, meaning a flat piece or section) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or result of a verb). The word "panelling" refers to the action or process of creating or installing panels, typically in a decorative manner.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'panel' as a flat section being used in a decorative way, and the '-ing' shows that it's the action of putting those panels up.

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