Facing

n.	1.	A covering in front, for ornament or other purpose; an exterior covering or sheathing; as, the facing of an earthen slope, sea wall, etc. , to strengthen it or to protect or adorn the exposed surface.
	2.	A lining placed near the edge of a garment for ornament or protection.
	3.	(Arch.) The finishing of any face of a wall with material different from that of which it is chiefly composed, or the coating or material so used.
	4.	(Founding) A powdered substance, as charcoal, bituminous coal, etc., applied to the face of a mold, or mixed with the sand that forms it, to give a fine smooth surface to the casting.
	5.	(Mil.) The collar and cuffs of a military coat; - commonly of a color different from that of the coat. Facing brick front or pressed brick.

Noun	1.	facing - a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
	2.	facing - an ornamental coating to a building Synonyms: veneer
	3.	facing - a protective covering that protects the outside of a building Synonyms: cladding
	4.	facing - providing something with a surface of a different material Synonyms: lining
	5.	facing - the act of confronting bravely; "he hated facing the facts"; "he excelled in the face of danger" Synonyms: face

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