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Webster 1913 Edition
Facing
Fa′cing
,Noun.
1.
A covering in front, for ornament or other purpose; an exterior covering or sheathing;
as, the
, to strengthen it or to protect or adorn the exposed surface. facing
of an earthen slope, sea wall, etc. 2.
A lining placed near the edge of a garment for ornament or protection.
3.
(Arch.)
The finishing of any face of a wall with material different from that of which it is chiefly composed, or the coating or material so used.
4.
(Founding)
A powdered substance, as charcoal, bituminous coal, etc., applied to the face of a mold, or mixed with the sand that forms it, to give a fine smooth surface to the casting.
5.
(Mil.)
(a)
pl.
The collar and cuffs of a military coat; – commonly of a color different from that of the coat.
(b)
The movement of soldiers by turning on their heels to the right, left, or about; – chiefly in the
pl.
Facing brick
, front or pressed brick.
Webster 1828 Edition
Facing
FA'CING
,ppr.
1.
Fronting; having the face towards; opposite.2.
Covering the fore part.3.
Turning the face.FA'CING
,Noun.