Chalking

noun, verb

noun, verb ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Something chalked on a surface. countable, uncountable

    "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. 2
    The appearance of non-gloss paint on an exterior surface due to chemical deterioration and removal by weather. countable, uncountable
Verb
  1. 1
    present participle and gerund of chalk form-of, gerund, participle, present

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air brushalabasterart paperballpoint penbesnowblackboard

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"The stock exchange has been chalking up extraordinary numbers."

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