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veining

noun
vein·​ing | \ ˈvā-niŋ How to pronounce veining (audio) \

Definition of veining

: a pattern of veins : venation

Examples of veining in a Sentence

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Large sheets of porcelain engineered with veining that closely resembles natural stone cost about 25 percent less than top-of-the-market Calacatta marble. Lexi Mainland, Los Angeles Times, "One-Step Makeover: How a new backsplash can dramatically transform the look of your kitchen," 22 Aug. 2019 Azul Aran granite, a swirly blue stone with pale gray veining, was the starting point for the kitchen. Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, "A designer creates her dream home. (And it can withstand young kids.)," 25 July 2019 Toth advocates for Roelli Cheese Haus Dunbarton Blue, which is primarily a cheddar, but with the veining of a blue cheese. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, "Cheese, please! How to pick new ones to love (Hint: Sample a lot).," 24 June 2019 Considered a green or an herb, varieties with red veining, sometimes called bloody sorrel (Rumex acetosa), are ornamental as well as edible. Jo Ellen Meyers Sharp, Indianapolis Star, "The Hoosier Gardener: From lettuce to squash, local gardeners have their faves," 11 May 2018 The countertops and herringbone backsplash are a Vermont white marble, which has less veining than others. Birmingham Magazine, AL.com, "Get a glimpse into this beautiful, custom-built Homewood home," 23 Jan. 2018 Azul Aran granite, a swirly blue stone with pale gray veining, was the starting point for the kitchen. Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, "A designer creates her dream home. (And it can withstand young kids.)," 25 July 2019 Toth advocates for Roelli Cheese Haus Dunbarton Blue, which is primarily a cheddar, but with the veining of a blue cheese. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, "Cheese, please! How to pick new ones to love (Hint: Sample a lot).," 24 June 2019 The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, an island with seating and quartz counters in white with gray and silver veining. Andrea Siegel, baltimoresun.com, "High-end rental homes in Ocean City, Rehoboth Beach offer luxury on vacation," 9 May 2018

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First Known Use of veining

1826, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for veining

vein entry 1 + -ing entry 1

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