shelving Meaning & Definition
What Does Shelving Mean?
Shelving is used as an adjective meaning Sloping (as opposed to horizontally flat or vertically upright). As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of shelve. As a noun, it means Shelves collectively.
Shelving in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Plural | shelvings |
| Comparative / superlative | more shelving, most shelving |
Shelving Definition (Adjective)
- Sloping (as opposed to horizontally flat or vertically upright).
Shelving as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of shelve
Shelving as a Noun
- Shelves collectively.
a shelving unit
- The side-rails of a cart or waggon.
- A sloping surface.
Synonyms of Shelving
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Shelving synonyms and antonyms →Shelving in a Sentence
a shelving unit
There is ample shelving in the basement.
Word Forms & Grammar
shelving (comparative more shelving, superlative most shelving)
shelving
shelving (countable and uncountable, plural shelvings)
Words That Rhyme With Shelving
Origin of Shelving
By surface analysis, shelve + -ing.
Questions People Ask About Shelving
Is shelving an adjective or a verb?
Shelving is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb and a noun.
What is the plural of shelving?
The plural of shelving is shelvings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of shelving?
The comparative form is more shelving and the superlative form is most shelving.