What does clogging mean?
Clogging means present participle and gerund of clog.
Clogging
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of clog.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of clog
- The situation of something being clogged.
- The material that clogs or obstructs.
Example Sentences
This feature has been found effective in reducing injector trouble, resulting either from the clogging of sieves or the choking of the annular orifices of the injectors by fine particles of coal.
The biofilm is allowed to develop uninhibited which leads to local cloggings.
No cloggings, lumps of dirt, or underlocks should be suffered to be rolled up with the fleece, as such a practice is unfair to the purchaser, and by act of parliament there is a heavy penalty attached to those who are convicted of doing it.
Synonyms for clogging
Antonyms for clogging
Related Words
Word Forms
- cloggings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for clogging?
Common synonyms include hindering, preventive, obstructive, preventative.
What is the opposite of clogging?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use clogging in a sentence?
This feature has been found effective in reducing injector trouble, resulting either from the clogging of sieves or the choking of the annular orifices of the injectors by fine particles of coal.
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