pitmark

/ˈpɪtmɑːrk/

Definitions

1. noun

A small circular depression or spot in the surface of a material, especially wood, caused by a pit or a small hole.

“The furniture maker carefully sanded out the pitmarks from the wooden planks.”

2. verb

To mark or leave a pitmark on something, especially by digging or boring into the surface.

“The careless construction worker pitmarked the wall during the excavation.”

Synonyms

  • indent
  • pit
  • pockmark

Antonyms

  • blemish-free
  • smooth