Padding
n.
Pronunciation
/ˈpædɪŋ/
Definition
A part of CSS coding that defines the space between the content and border of a web element.
Padding is defined in the Top, Bottom, Left, and Right directions of the element and can be specified as a length, a percentage of the element size, or as inherited from another element on the web page.
Category
Web Design
Related Terms
Cascade Style Sheet (CSS)