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pitting

 

[ หˆpษชtษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

physical damage

Pitting refers to the formation of small depressions or cavities on a surface, typically caused by corrosion or wear. It is commonly observed on metals, especially in harsh environments.

Synonyms

cavity, depression, dimple

Examples of usage

  • The pitting on the metal surface was due to prolonged exposure to saltwater.
  • Pitting can weaken the structural integrity of components in machinery.
  • Inspectors found significant pitting on the bridge's steel beams after the inspection.
  • The mechanic noted severe pitting on the brake discs, indicating they needed replacement.
Context #2 | Verb

to create holes

To pit means to create small holes or depressions in a surface, often as a result of corrosion, erosion, or impact. This action can damage the surface, forming pits over time.

Synonyms

corrode, dent, erode

Examples of usage

  • The constant abrasion pitted the paint on the walls.
  • Heavy rainfall can pitting in some soils, affecting its structure.
  • If not maintained, the equipment may pit and degrade over time.
  • The worker accidentally pitted the glass during the manufacturing process.

Translations

Translations of the word "pitting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น picotamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคกเฅเคขเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gruben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berlubang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะผะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ doล‚ki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใƒƒใƒ†ใ‚ฃใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pitting

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ picaduras

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงukurluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”ผํŒ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุญูุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dutiny

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jamky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡นๅ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jame

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dรฝfur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™rinlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ picaduras

Etymology

The term 'pitting' originates from the Middle English word 'pit', which means 'a hole or cavity'. The word has its roots in the Old English word 'pytt', meaning a hole or a pit, which can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic '*pittล' or '*pittiz'. This historical context highlights its association with indentations or cavities found in various materials. Over time, 'pitting' has been used in various contexts, especially in metallurgy and materials science, to describe the phenomenon of localized corrosion that leads to small holes in metals. The dual usage of 'pitting' both as a noun and verb reflects its versatility in describing both the condition and the action of creating such depressions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,804, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.