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fissuring

 

[ ˈfɪʃ.ər.ɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geology, material

Fissuring refers to the formation of cracks or fissures in a material, often as a result of pressure or stress. In geological contexts, it can describe the cracks that form in rocks or soil due to natural processes over time. Fissuring may also occur in materials such as concrete or metals, where structural failure leads to the development of these fractures. Understanding fissuring is important not only in geology but also in engineering and construction, as it can affect the integrity and stability of structures.

Synonyms

cleaving, cracking, fracturing

Examples of usage

  • The fissuring of the rock face indicated seismic activity.
  • Engineers assessed the fissuring in the concrete for safety.
  • Fissuring in the soil can lead to erosion issues.

Translations

Translations of the word "fissuring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fissuração

🇮🇳 दरार

🇩🇪 Rissbildung

🇮🇩 retakan

🇺🇦 розколювання

🇵🇱 pęknięcie

🇯🇵 亀裂

🇫🇷 fissuration

🇪🇸 fisuración

🇹🇷 çatlak

🇰🇷 균열

🇸🇦 تشقق

🇨🇿 trhání

🇸🇰 trhnutie

🇨🇳 裂缝

🇸🇮 razpokanina

🇮🇸 sprunga

🇰🇿 жар

🇬🇪 გახლეჩა

🇦🇿 çatlama

🇲🇽 fisuración

Etymology

The term 'fissuring' derives from the verb 'fissure', which roots back to the Latin word 'fissura', meaning 'a splitting or cleft'. The usage of the word in English can be traced to the late 14th century, initially used to describe any instance of splitting or opening, particularly in relation to geological formations. Over time, the term has expanded to various fields, including engineering and material science, where it denotes the physical act of cracking or the result thereof. Its application in different disciplines emphasizes its relevance in understanding the structural integrity of different materials and natural formations. The scientific understanding of fissuring has evolved as studies in geology and material science advanced, linking it to concepts of stress, strain, and the behaviors of different materials under varying conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,996, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.