casing
[ˈkeɪsɪŋ]
An object's casing is its outer cover or protective layer.
When we talk about a casing, we usually think about something like a phone or a computer that has a hard plastic or metal covering around it. This covering protects the device from getting damaged and also helps to make it look neat and tidy. It's kind of like wrapping a fragile vase in bubble wrap – you're putting a layer of protection between the thing inside (the vase) and the outside world.
How common is "casing"?
Word casing is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
verb
To propose hypothetical cases.
verb
To place (an item or items of manufacture) into a box, as in preparation for shipment.
noun
That which encloses or encases.
Example: Some people like to split the casing of a sausage before cooking so it doesn't burst.
Real examples of "casing" in context
