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 Definitions of ticking  [ˈtɪk ɪŋ]  

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Definition of 'ticking' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) ticking
any of various strong, durable fabrics in plain, twill, or satin weave, constructed or printed in striped or floral patterns and used esp. to cover mattresses and pillows.

Etymology:  (1635–45)

Definition of 'ticking' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) tick, ticking
a metallic tapping sound
"he counted the ticks of the clock"

2. (noun) ticking
a strong fabric used for mattress and pillow covers


Definition of 'ticking' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) ticking
a strong, closely woven linen or cotton fabric, of which ticks for beds are made. It is usually twilled, and woven in stripes of different colors, as white and blue; -- called also ticken

2.  ticking
of Tick



'ticking' - Nearby Entries  

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