˜yÐÄvlog

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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

/ ˈ´Ú±ðɪ²õɪŋ /

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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of facing1

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; face + -ing 1
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The British overseas territory is facing a 42% tax on the goods it exports to the US under Trump's shake-up of international trade.

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The difficulties facing the canal were first outlined in a letter sent to local businesses by Glandŵr Cymru, the Canal and River Trust in Wales, in February.

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Akgul is facing charges of "taking part in illegal rallies and marches".

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Canada and Mexico are currently exempted from these charges - but they, along with China, were already facing tariffs on some products.

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Earlier David Lammy said the British people would be "very concerned" about the impact of President Donald Trump's announcement, which means nearly all UK exports to the US are facing a 10% levy from Saturday.

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