Synonyms for pitting
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
The formation of pits on a surface because of corrosion.
Forms
- Plural
- pittings → roughnesses, indentations…
Example sentences
- indentation Her butt left an indentation in the couch.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| pitting | falling | |
| roughness | steady | |
| indentation | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- roughness2
- 11 letters
- indentation4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (roughness2 = 2 syllables).