chalking

English

Noun

chalking (countable and uncountable, plural chalkings)

1. Something chalked on a surface.
   • 2002, The Cornellian, volume 134, page 69:

     Dinner patrons at RPU see dozens of chalkings on the sidewalk each week. Student groups know that this is a prime locale to promote student groups and shows.

2. (painting) The appearance of non-gloss paint on an exterior surface due to chemical deterioration and removal by weather.

Verb

chalking

1. present participle and gerund of chalk

Anagrams

• hackling