facing

[ fey-sing ]

noun

1. a covering in front, for ornament, protection, etc., as an outer layer of stone on a brick wall.
2. a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornament or strengthening.
3. material turned outward or inward, as a cuff or hem.
4. facings, coverings of a different color applied on the collar, cuffs, or other parts of a military coat.

facing

/ ˈfeɪsɪŋ /

noun

1. a piece of material used esp to conceal the seam of a garment and prevent fraying
2. usually plural a piece of additional cloth, esp in a different colour, on the collar, cuffs, etc, of the jacket of a military uniform, formerly used to denote the regiment
3. an outer layer or coat of material applied to the surface of a wall
4. marketing an area of retail shelf space

Word History and Origins

Origin of facing¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; face + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The era of ease for digital-native consumer facing companies, like Warby Parker and Allbirds, may be over.

From Axios

With the exception of Texas, none of these are in effect, with most facing court challenges from reproductive-rights groups.

From Vox

Grant us wisdom, grant us courage,for the facing of this hour,for the facing of this hour.

From Time

Grant us wisdom for the facing of this hour until love and justice are never rejected.

From Time

While the lawsuits against Google are collectively the largest, the company is not the only tech giant facing ire.

From MIT Technology Review

What if you just want eyes on the back of your head, you want forward and rear-facing cameras?

From The Daily Beast

Your death is symbolic of the harsh reality facing so many of us.

From The Daily Beast

In a romantic relationship, facing humiliation or awkwardness is a strong possibility.

From The Daily Beast

Last summer, Louisiana also banned non-legal adoption, with offenders facing a penalty of $5,000 and up to five years in prison.

From The Daily Beast

Roll the pork over the stuffing, like a jelly roll, until the seam is facing down and the fat back is on top.

From The Daily Beast

Liszt was seated at another grand facing me, and the room was dimly illuminated by one or two lamps.

From Project Gutenberg

The cigar stump held firmly between his teeth, he stood on the rug before the hearth, facing the door.

From Project Gutenberg

The courage of the natives proved unequal to the danger of facing such a charge.

From Project Gutenberg

A tall man with a rather severe cast of countenance stood facing him in silence.

From Project Gutenberg

Aristide gave the order to the cabman and took the little seat in the cab facing his employers.

From Project Gutenberg