framing — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The placing of a picture, etc. in a frame.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

   Examples

   wooden framing

   steel framing

   More examples (1)

   The framing of the photograph was excellent.

2. The placing of something in context.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

3. Framework or the building thereof.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

   Examples

   Bodies are of all-metal construction. Framing was supplied in unassembled condition, and assembly and finishing work was carried out at Dundalk.

Noun

1. formulation of the plans and important details

   Broader terms

   conceptualizationconceptualisationformulation

   Examples

   the framing of judicial decrees

2. a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror

   Synonyms

   frame

   Broader terms

   frameworkframe

   Examples

   the frame enhances but is not itself the subject of attention

   the frame was much more valuable than the mirror it held