cratering

名詞

UK/ˈkreɪ.tᵊr.ɪŋ/
US/ˈkreɪ.t̬ɚ.ɪŋ/

定義 cratering 名詞

formation

  1. Uncountable

    The process by which craters are formed, or the state of having craters.

    • The impact craters observed on this planet suggest a relatively recent period of crater formation.

    • The numerous craters visible in the photograph indicate that the area has been subjected to heavy bombardment.

    • The cratering of the moon's surface is a prominent feature of its geological history.

decline

  1. Singular

    A sudden and significant collapse or decline in the value or success of something.

    • The events of 2008, followed by the cratering of the economy, constituted an emergency.

    • Over the last few months, we have witnessed a sharp cratering of public approval for the president.

    • The company's reputation experienced a rapid cratering following the scandal.