Finesentence logo

Wainscot: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿชต
Add to dictionary

wainscot

 

[ หˆweษชnหŒskษ’t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

building material

Wainscot refers to a type of wooden paneling that covers the lower part of the walls in a room. This decorative element not only adds aesthetic value but also provides protection to walls from scuffs and damage. Traditionally made from oak or pine, wainscoting can be painted or stained to match the room's decor. It has been a popular feature in English and Colonial architecture. Wainscoting can enhance a space's elegance and coziness.

Synonyms

board, cladding, paneling

Examples of usage

  • The dining room had beautiful wainscot panels.
  • They decided to install wainscot in the hallway for a classic look.
  • Wainscot often serves to highlight the transition between wall and flooring.
  • Many historical homes feature original wainscot from the 18th century.

Translations

Translations of the word "wainscot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น moldura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ€เคตเคพเคฐ เค•เฅ€ เคธเคœเคพเคตเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wandverkleidung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dinding

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑัˆะธะฒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ boazeria

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่…ฐๆฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lambris

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ moldura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ahลŸap kaplama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒฝ ํŒจ๋„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฒูŠูŠู† ุงู„ุฌุฏุฑุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ obloลพenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ obklad

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅข™ๆฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ oblogo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ veggklรฆรฐning

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฑั‹ั€า“ะฐ ะฟะฐะฝะตะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒ“แƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ—แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ divar รถrtรผyรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ panel de pared

Etymology

The term 'wainscot' originates from the Middle Dutch word 'wainscot', which means 'a fine wood from the region of Wainscot in the Netherlands'. In the 16th century, wainscot was used to denote a type of high-quality wood, such as oak or walnut, which was sought after for interior work and paneling. As the craft of woodworking evolved, the term began to refer more broadly to any decorative wooden paneling applied to walls in rooms. By the 17th century, wainscoting became a popular interior design choice in both Europe and the American colonies, characterized by its ability to add warmth and style. The practice remains popular today, with modern adaptations providing new materials and styles to enhance interior spaces.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,464 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.