Pitting
Pronunciation: /ˈpɪtɪŋ/
Pitting (noun)
- The process of forming small holes or marks on a surface.
- The act of taking out seeds from fruits like cherries or olives.
Examples
- The metal surface showed signs of pitting after exposure to moisture.
- Pitting can weaken the structural integrity of materials over time.
Common collocations: pitting corrosion, prevent pitting, pitting damage, pitting tool, pitting process