coving — [kōv′iŋ] n. a concave molding or arch; cove * * * cov·ing (kōʹvĭng) n. See cove1. * * * or cove Concave molding or deeply arched section of a wall surface. The curve typically describes a quarter circle and serves to connect walls and ceiling… … Universalium
Coving — Cov ing, n. (Arch.) (a) A cove or series of coves, as the concaved surface under the overhang of a projecting upper story. (b) The splayed jambs of a flaring fireplace. [Webster 1913 Suppl.] … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
coving — [kōv′iŋ] n. a concave molding or arch; cove … English World dictionary
coving — cove ► NOUN 1) a small sheltered bay. 2) Architecture a concave arch or arched moulding at the junction of a wall with a ceiling. ► VERB (coved) Architecture ▪ having a cove. DERIVATIVES coving noun … English terms dictionary
Coving (urban planning) — For other uses, see Cove (disambiguation). Coving is a method of urban planning used in subdivision characterized by non uniform lot shapes and home placement. When combined with winding roads, lot area is increased and road area reduced. Coving… … Wikipedia
coving — noun A concave surface, often of gypsum or expanded polystyrene, forming a junction between a ceiling and a wall … Wiktionary
coving — kəʊv n. small bay, inlet; chap, fellow (Slang) v. make with an inward curve; arch over; have a cove, design or build a wall with a cove … English contemporary dictionary
Coving — ♦ Concave under surface. (Wood, Margaret. The English Medieval House, 411) … Medieval glossary
coving — /ˈkoʊvɪŋ/ (say kohving) noun 1. an arched or vaulted piece of building. 2. the arching of a coved ceiling …
coving — n. = COVE(1) n. 3 … Useful english dictionary
