casing

(noun, verb)

noun

1. the housing or outer covering of something

Similar word(s): case, shell

Definition categories: man–made, housing

2. the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire

Definition categories: man–made, covering

3. the enclosing frame around a door or window opening

- the casings had rotted away and had to be replaced

Similar word(s): case

Definition categories: man–made, frame, framework

Sentences with casing as a noun:

- Some people like to split the casing of a sausage before cooking so it doesn't burst. Others don't.

- The replacement string should have the same casing as the matched text.

verb

1. present participle of case