decking

• Sustantivo que designa una plataforma o suelo de madera, normalmente al aire libre, o el material utilizado para construir dicha plataforma.

A noun referring to a wooden platform or flooring structure, typically outdoors, or the material used to construct such a platform.

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1. Wooden platformB1formal

   A flat wooden surface or platform, typically built outdoors for recreational use.

   Plataforma de madera

   • They built a new decking in the backyard for summer parties.
   • The decking needs to be treated to protect it from rain.
   • We installed wooden decking around the swimming pool.

   Sinónimosdeckplatformterrace

2. Material for deckingB1formal

   The material, usually wood or composite, used to construct a deck.

   Material para tarima exterior

   • We bought composite decking for its durability.
   • The decking was made from pressure-treated pine.
   • They chose a dark-colored decking to match the house.

• Verbo que significa decorar o adornar algo, o derribar a alguien de un golpe.

A verb meaning to decorate or adorn something, or to knock someone to the ground with a punch.

1. Hit or knock downB2informal

   To hit someone hard, especially so that they fall to the ground.

   Derribar de un golpe

   • He decked the bully with one punch.
   • The boxer decked his opponent in the first round.
   • She threatened to deck him if he didn't leave.

   Sinónimosdropfellflattenfloorknock downpunchslugsock

2. Decorate or adornB2formal

   To decorate or cover something in a showy or festive way.

   Adornar o decorar

   • They decked the hall with flowers for the wedding.
   • The house was decked out in Christmas lights.
   • She decked herself in jewels for the gala.

   Sinónimosadornarraybeautifybedeckdecorateembellishfestoongarnishgraceornamenttrim

Variantes phrasaldeck outdeck up