Furring (Noun)
Meaning 1
A furlike coating of matter as on the tongue.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A thin layer of furring coated her tongue due to a fungal infection, making her avoid social interactions.
- Furring on his tongue indicated to the doctor that his medication regimen was affecting his digestive health.
- Bad oral hygiene often led to a white furring forming on the tongue.
- During a severe cold, his tongue had an unappealing furring on it.
- When someone eats an extremely spicy dish, the burning sensation and temporary furring can occur.
Meaning 2
Strip used to give a level surface for attaching wallboard.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter installed furring strips to create a smooth surface for the drywall installation.
- Furring was used to level out the uneven ceiling before attaching the new wallboard.
- To ensure a secure fit, the contractor applied furring strips to the studs before hanging the wallboard.
- The old plaster walls required furring to provide a stable base for the new drywall.
- Before installing the wallboard, the builder applied furring strips to the uneven concrete wall.