cavitation noun. [kavɪ'teɪʃ(ǝ)n] L19.
[from CAVITY + -ATION.]
1. The formation of bubbles or cavities in a liquid caused by the rapid movement of a propeller etc. through it. L19.

2. Medicine. The formation of cavities in diseased tissue. E20.

■ 'cavitate verb intrans. [back-form.] induce or undergo cavitation E20.

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