carpeting
UK: ˈkɑːpɪtɪŋ | US: ˈkɑːrpɪtɪŋ
n. 1. Fabric or material used to cover floors; carpets collectively.
n. 2. The act of installing carpets.
v. (gerund) 1. Covering a floor with carpet.
The word "carpeting" derives from "carpet," which entered English in the late 13th century from Old French carpite (a thick fabric), itself from Medieval Latin carpita, likely originating from Latin carpere (to pluck or card wool). The suffix "-ing" transforms the noun into a collective form (e.g., "all the carpeting in the house") or a gerund (e.g., "carpeting the room"). The evolution reflects the material's functional use—from woven wool to modern floor coverings.
The soft carpeting in the living room feels luxurious underfoot.
They spent the weekend carpeting the entire upstairs.
The office’s new carpeting has significantly reduced noise.
Carpeting the stairs requires precise measurements.
The store offers a wide selection of carpeting styles.