Ridging: meaning, definitions and examples

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ridging

 

[ หˆrษชdส’ษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

physical feature

Ridging refers to the formation of long, narrow raised lines or ridges, typically found on surfaces like roads, fields, or geological formations. These features can occur naturally due to erosion or shifting of the earth, but they can also be artificially created for purposes such as agriculture or design. Ridging can impact drainage and water flow in agricultural settings, often aiding in crop management. Understanding ridging is important for geologists and farmers alike.

Synonyms

groove, ridge, ripple

Examples of usage

  • The ridging on the hillside was caused by years of erosion.
  • Farmers utilize ridging to improve water retention in their fields.
  • The ridging visible on the road surface indicated wear and tear.
  • Geologists studied the ridging patterns to understand the areaโ€™s geological history.

Translations

Translations of the word "ridging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rampas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคขเคฒเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rรผcken

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ punggungan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะนะพะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wzniesienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒƒใ‚ธ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท crรชte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dorsal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sฤฑrt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Šฅ์„ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุถุงุฑูŠุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hล™eben

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrb

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฑฑ่„Š

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ greben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรถrรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฆแƒ”แƒ แƒซแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daha

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cresta

Word origin

The word 'ridging' derives from the noun 'ridge', which itself comes from the Old English 'hrycg', meaning 'the back or ridge of the body; a back'. The term has evolved over centuries, absorbing influences from various Germanic languages. The transition into the modern form 'ridge' has also included changes in spelling and pronunciation reflecting broader linguistic shifts. The suffix '-ing' denotes the action or process associated with forming ridges, solidifying its use in both technical and everyday language. In modern English, 'ridging' encompasses various uses across disciplines, such as geography, agriculture, and engineering, highlighting the versatility of the term in describing both natural and human-made features.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,178 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.