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The adhesion of a foreign material onto a surface, especially so as to reduce its functionality.

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fouling

Source Word

fouling

IPA(Pronunciation)

Noun

countable uncountable

The adhesion of a foreign material onto a surface, especially so as to reduce its functionality.

Japanese Meaning

表面に異物が付着し、その機能が低下する現象。または、その結果としての付着汚れ。

Fouling on the ship's hull reduced its speed and dramatically increased fuel consumption.

船体の表面への異物付着が船速を低下させ、燃料消費を大幅に増加させた。

Sense（1）

The adhesion of a foreign material onto a surface, especially so as to reduce its functionality.

foulings

（ plural ）