machining
n. uncountablen. the process of using tools or machines to cut and shape materials like metal or wood. It is a common way to make precise parts for cars, planes, and electronics.
n. the process of removing material from a workpiece using power-driven machine tools to achieve a desired geometry. Often involves operations such as milling, turning, or drilling to meet precise engineering specifications.
The factory uses advanced machining to create engine parts.
Precision machining is essential for creating the tiny, intricate components found in modern medical devices.
Advances in computer-controlled machining have allowed manufacturers to produce complex aerospace components with tolerances that were previously impossible to achieve through manual labor.
Often used as a gerund noun to describe the industrial process; frequently modified by 'precision' or 'CNC'.