1. plural of crazing; fine cracks or a network of cracks that form on the surface of glazed pottery, porcelain, or similar materials
Usage: technical term used in ceramics and pottery
2. plural of crazing; fine cracks that develop on the surface of paint, varnish, or plastic due to stress or age
Usage: technical term used in materials science and manufacturing

Examples

• The antique vase showed visible crazings across its glaze, indicating its age.
• Potters often view crazings as a flaw in their work, though some embrace them as aesthetic features.
• The paint on the old furniture developed crazings after years of exposure to sunlight.
• Crazings in ceramic tiles can compromise their waterproofing if left unrepaired.
• The artist deliberately created crazings on the pottery surface for a rustic appearance.