"hovelling" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From hovel + -ing. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|hovel|ing}} hovel + -ing Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} hovelling (uncountable)
  1. A method of securing a good draught in chimneys by covering the top, leaving openings in the sides, or by carrying up two of the sides higher than the other two. Tags: uncountable Synonyms: hoveling

Alternative forms

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