- (p.pr.&vb.n.) of Face.
- (n.) The finishing of any face of a wall with material different from that of which it is chiefly composed or the coating or material so used.
- (n.) The collar and cuffs of a military coat; -- commonly of a color different from that of the coat.
- (n.) A powdered substance, as charcoal, bituminous coal, ect., applied to the face of a mold or mixed with the sand that forms it, to give a fine smooth surface to the casting.
- (n.) A covering in front, for ornament or other purpose; an exterior covering or sheathing; as, the facing of an earthen slope, sea wall, etc., to strengthen it or to protect or adorn the exposed surface.
- (n.) A lining placed near the edge of a garment for ornament or protection.
- (n.) The movement of soldiers by turning on their heels to the right, left or about; -- chiefly in the pl.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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