cove molding (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /koʊv ˈmɔːldɪŋ/
Definition
A type of molding that has a concave curve, typically used where walls meet ceilings or to create decorative edges around doors and windows.
Examples
The cove molding in the old mansion was intricately carved and painted to match the ceiling's design.
To add some character to the room, they installed cove molding along the edges of the ceiling.
The carpenter carefully cut and fitted the cove molding to ensure a seamless joint with the surrounding trim.
How to Use cove molding
- install cove molding (verb phrase)
- to put in place cove molding — "The carpenters will install cove molding in the living room next week."
- cove molding design (noun phrase)
- the plan or layout of cove molding in a space — "The architect spent hours perfecting the cove molding design for the new hotel lobby."
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