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crawling [′krȯl·iŋ]

(materials)

Separation and contraction of the glaze on the surface of a ceramic object during drying or firing so that unglazed areas result.

In a film of wet paint, redistribution of the paint so that it is no longer evenly spread, usually due to imperfect bonding of the paint with the surface.

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crawling

1. A defect in porcelain enamel, appearing as agglomerates or irregularly shaped “islands.”

2. A parting and contraction of the glaze on the surface of ceramic ware during drying or firing, resulting in unglazed areas bordered by coalesced glaze.