Fouling
Pronunciation: /ˈfaʊlɪŋ/
Fouling (noun)
- The unwanted growth of plants or animals on surfaces, often causing problems.
- The act of making something dirty or polluted, especially in a scientific context.
Examples
- Fouling can occur on various surfaces in water systems.
- Fouling is a serious contamination issue in industrial processes.
Common collocations: prevent fouling, remove fouling, address fouling, monitor fouling