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cavitation

/ˌkævɪˈteɪʃən/

Translations

cavitationnoun

cavitations

Cavitation can cause damage to ship propellers.

Кавитация может вызвать повреждение гребных винтов корабля.

Synonyms

cavitationadjective

/ˌkævɪˈteɪʃən/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g. "cavitation damage").

cavitationnoun

The formation of bubbles or cavities in a liquid, typically caused by forces such as rapid changes in pressure.

The cavitation in the pump caused a significant drop in its efficiency.

The process of creating cavities or holes in a material, often due to mechanical action or chemical reaction.

Cavitation in the metal surface was observed after prolonged exposure to the corrosive environment.

cavitationadjective

Relating to or caused by cavitation.

Special coatings can reduce cavitation wear on propeller blades.