word
wainscot
WAYN-skut
ˈweɪnskətListen
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Syllable breakdown
wainscot
Dictionary meaning
Wood paneling that covers the lower part of an interior wall.
History and origin
Middle Low German.
Examples
- The dining room's oak wainscot gave the house a formal look.
Common mispronunciations
WAYNE-scott
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