noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The loss of a one-to-one relationship between the atoms of two surfaces as the surfaces move relative to each other. countable, uncountable

Verb

1. 1
   present participle and gerund of depin form-of, gerund, participle, present

Etymology

From de- + pinning.

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