noun Download 🔗Share The formation of pits on a surface. Examples : "The ship's propeller showed signs of cavitation after years of use, with numerous small pits covering its surface. " material physics technology science Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (fluid dynamics) The formation, in a fluid, of vapor bubbles that rapidly collapse; especially in a rotating marine propeller or pump impeller. Examples : "The loud noise from the boat's engine was likely caused by cavitation around the propeller, as the rapidly spinning blades created bubbles that then collapsed. " physics technology nautical machine science technical energy process Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The formation of cavities in an organ, especially in lung tissue as a result of tuberculosis. Examples : "The doctor saw cavitation on the X-ray, indicating possible lung damage from tuberculosis. " medicine organ disease body Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading