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casing definition

cas·ing (kās′iŋ)

noun

  1. the act of encasing
  2. a protective covering; specif.,
    1. ☆ a cleaned intestine as of cattle, a plastic membrane, etc., used to encase processed meats
    2. ☆ the supporting framework of a pneumatic rubber tire exclusive of an inner tube and tread; carcass
    3. ☆ a piece of heavy steel pipe used to line a borehole or well, esp. an oil or gas well
  3. ☆ a frame, as for a window or door opening

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casing Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • machine: In fact you can't see the machine itself, just the outer casing of the machine.

Converse of object

  • remove: And you can continue to take photos and videos without removing the casing.

Adjective modifier

  • outer: The robust outer casing is designed to cope with heavy usage even in public places.

Modifies a noun

  • material: PLANNING REN, Weather Resistant telephones have a REN of 1. The casing material is die cast aluminum alloy with epoxy powder paint.

Noun used with modifier

  • centreplate: Note also how the slot in the top of the centreplate casing has been extended aft by about ten inches.
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