What does gapping mean?
Gapping means present participle and gerund of gap.
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/ˈɡæpɪŋ/ · verb
present participle and gerund of gap.
The suture must be firm enough to prevent gapping when the elasticity of the elastic layer has been in play for some time.
This test should then be repeated at 30° of knee flexion. The degree of injury can be graded based upon the amount of gapping felt as the joint opens under stress.
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Gapping means present participle and gerund of gap.
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The suture must be firm enough to prevent gapping when the elasticity of the elastic layer has been in play for some time.
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