casing
noun/ˈkeɪsɪŋ/
Frequency rank: #9,033 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
an outer covering or shell that encloses or protects something.
Example sentence
The electrician wrapped the wires carefully inside protective casing.
Synonyms & related words
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