ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cresting

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkɹɛstɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Cresting is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of crest.

Meaning

present participle and gerund of crest.

More Meanings

  1. (architecture) An ornamental finish on the top of a wall or ridge of a roof.
  2. (botany) Synonym of fasciation.

Example Sentences

The station also boasts a large semi-domed French pavilion roof with fish-scale tiles and iron cresting, plus a rectangular hall with arcaded upper storey and wooden lantern.

Word Forms

Synonyms for cresting

Depending on context, synonyms include fasciation.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include summit, tip, peak, crown, top, cap.

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