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facing
[ fey-sing ]
noun
- a covering in front, for ornament, protection, etc., as an outer layer of stone on a brick wall.
- a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornament or strengthening.
- material turned outward or inward, as a cuff or hem.
- facings, coverings of a different color applied on the collar, cuffs, or other parts of a military coat.
facing
/ ˈ´Ú±ðɪ²õɪŋ /
noun
- a piece of material used esp to conceal the seam of a garment and prevent fraying
- 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
- an outer layer or coat of material applied to the surface of a wall
- marketing an area of retail shelf space
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Example Sentences
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.
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.
Akgul is facing charges of "taking part in illegal rallies and marches".
Canada and Mexico are currently exempted from these charges - but they, along with China, were already facing tariffs on some products.
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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