Meaning of the word decking in English

What does decking mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

decking

US /ˈdek.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈdek.ɪŋ/

Noun

material used for making a deck, especially of a ship or a house extension

Example:
We need to buy new decking for the patio.
The old decking was rotten and had to be replaced.