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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

GINGING

n.In mining, the lining of a mine-shaft with stones or bricks for its support, called steining or staining, which I suppose is from Sax. stan, stone.

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

GINGING

GINGING Ging "ing, n. (Mining )

 

Defn: The lining of a mine shaft with stones or bricks to prevent caving.