ticking

[ tik-ing ]

noun

1. a strong cotton fabric, usually twilled, used especially in making cloth ticks. tick.
2. a similar cloth in satin weave or Jacquard, used especially for mattress covers.

ticking

/ ˈtɪkɪŋ /

noun

1. a strong cotton fabric, often striped, used esp for mattress and pillow covers

Word History and Origins

Origin of ticking¹

First recorded in 1635–45; tick ³ + -ing ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of ticking¹

C17: from tick ³

Example Sentences

The score also plays on the concept of time and uses electronic manipulation for ticking, grooving rhythmic passages.

From Los Angeles Times

Instagram's move comes ahead of implementation of the Online Safety Act in December, which will set a ticking clock for tech firms.

From BBC

Buzbee attached an image of a ticking clock to the message, according to the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times

He said he believed many venues were "just ticking boxes" rather than taking their responsibilities seriously.

From BBC

She added that after ticking that she had cancer on a form, a spa informed her that she could not have any of the treatments.

From BBC

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