- 1[countable, uncountable] a layer of brick, stone, etc. that covers the surface of a wall to make it look more attractive marble/stone/brick facings
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- 2[countable, uncountable] a layer of stiff material sewn around the inside of the neck, armholes, etc. of a piece of clothing to make them stronger Cut the facings out of thinner material.
- 3facings [plural] the collar, cuffs, etc. of a piece of clothing that are made in a different color or material a smoking jacket with green velvet facings
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