crown molding

noun

: molding that crowns a surface or structure
especially : molding that runs between the top of an internal wall and a ceiling

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Designed to be charming and romantic, rooms have a B&B feel with canopy beds, rich drapery, plush chairs, hardwood floors, and walls adorned with chair rail and crown molding. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026 His jaw-dropping work is witnessed first in the lobby, where visitors are greeted by friendly staff in a room rife with crown molding, sumptuous velvet furniture, and Old World tapestries. — Jocelyn Silver, Vogue, 26 July 2026 Granted, the front foyer has glistening hardwood flooring, an open stairway, and wide seven-inch baseboard trim combined with crown molding to add a touch of elegance. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026 Installing crown molding, upgrading your cabinet handles, hanging a new shower curtain, and investing in a new set of towels all go a long way. — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for crown molding

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of crown molding was in 1946

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“Crown molding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crown%20molding. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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