coating Meaning & Definition
What Does Coating Mean?
Coating is a noun that means A thin outer layer. It can also mean Cloth for making coats. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of coat.
Coating in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈkəʊtɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | application, finish and covering |
| Plural | coatings |
Coating Definition (Noun)
- A thin outer layer.
They painted on a coating to protect it from the weather.
- Cloth for making coats.
- A telling-off; a reprimand.
Coating as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of coat
We spent hours coating the truffles with cocoa powder so they wouldn't be sticky.
Synonyms of Coating
Coating synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Coating
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Coating in a Sentence
They painted on a coating to protect it from the weather.
We spent hours coating the truffles with cocoa powder so they wouldn't be sticky.
Word Forms & Grammar
coating (plural coatings)
coating
Words That Rhyme With Coating
How to Pronounce Coating
You say coating as //ˈkəʊtɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Coating: Your Questions Answered
Is coating a noun or a verb?
Coating is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for coating?
Close synonyms of coating are application, finish and covering. See the full list of coating synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of coating?
The plural of coating is coatings.