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compaction

1 of 1noun
/kəmˈpækʃən/
Forms:compactions
1

the act of crushing

Synonyms:
crushcrunch
2

the act or process of compressing or reducing the volume of something, resulting in increased density

  • The compaction of the soil improved its stability for construction.
  • Compaction during the manufacturing process gave the plastic a smoother texture.
  • The compaction of snow on the mountain trail made hiking more challenging.
  • In pottery, compaction of the clay enhances its strength and reduces porosity.
  • Compaction of the trash in the garbage truck facilitated more efficient waste disposal.
Synonyms:
concretiondensificationcompression