What does flaking mean?
Flaking means Breaking or tending to break into flakes..
Flaking
/ˈfleɪkɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
Breaking or tending to break into flakes..
Definitions by Sense
- Breaking or tending to break into flakes.
- present participle and gerund of flake
- A piece of flaked material.
Example Sentences
All the flaking paint had to be scraped off before repainting; fortunately, it came off easily.
In a cornfield on one side flakings of flint are numerous.
Synonyms for flaking
Antonyms for flaking
Related Words
Word Forms
- flakings
Usage Notes
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How do you use flaking in a sentence?
All the flaking paint had to be scraped off before repainting; fortunately, it came off easily.
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