soiling (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsɔɪlɪŋ/
Definition
The act or result of making something dirty with soil, mud, or other substances.
Examples
The heavy rain caused significant soiling of the outdoor furniture.
Regular cleaning prevents the gradual soiling of carpets in high-traffic areas.
Inspect the filter for any signs of soiling that might affect its performance.
How to Use soiling
- soiling of (something) (prepositional phrase)
- The act of making something dirty. — "The soiling of the pristine white walls was accidental."
- soiling from (source) (prepositional phrase)
- Dirtiness caused by a particular source. — "They cleaned the soiling from the construction site."
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