What is another word for Foxing?

Pronunciation: [fˈɒksɪŋ] (IPA)

Foxing is a term used to describe the yellow-brown discoloration that appears on paper and other materials over time. The term "foxing" is derived from the word "fox" as it is believed that this discoloration resembles the fur of a fox. However, there are several other synonyms for the term 'foxing' that are used by enthusiasts of book restoration and paper conservation. These include the terms aging, browning, spotting, yellowing, staining, and discoloration. Different terminology may be preferred based on the context in which the foxing appears, as well as the cause and severity of the discoloration.

What are the hypernyms for Foxing?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Canidae (the family of animals that foxes belong to), Carnivora (the order of mammals that foxes belong to), Mammalia (the class of animals to which foxes belong to).

Usage examples for Foxing

"Oh, if she is going to be one of the family," he said, "she will have to learn to get on without much polly-Foxing.
"A Daughter of the Land"
Gene Stratton-Porter
The man had been Foxing.
"The Law-Breakers"
Ridgwell Cullum
Why, I was Foxing!
"For the Sake of the School"
Angela Brazil

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