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Definition of surfacing

surfacing

/ˈsɝː.fə.sɪŋ/
sur · fac · ing

Plural:surfacings
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• noun

1

The action or process of rising to the top of a liquid or emerging into public view and awareness.

Example

"The sudden surfacing of the whale near the boat surprised all the passengers on deck."


2

The process of applying a smooth outer layer to a road, wall, or other structure, or the material used to form such a layer.

Example

"Workers completed the asphalt surfacing of the new highway ahead of schedule."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Surfacing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/surfacing
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