Flooring Definition & Meaning

flooring
noun
  1. the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure); "they needed rugs to cover the bare floors"; "we spread our sleeping bags on the dry floor of the tent"
  2. building material used in laying floors

"Flooring" in song lyrics

See how flooring is used in real songs:

  • "Every weekend fall to the flooring"
    Lily Allen — Cheryl Tweedy *
  • "One doesn't wanna dash, foot down touchin flooring"
    Da Headbussaz — Where They Hang
  • "When ya start walking I be wheeling, flooring"
    Freeway f/ Jay-Z — Big Spender

Usage tips for "flooring"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "flooring" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for flooring to find words that pair well.

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