scouring [`skau̇r·iŋ] ENGINEERING Physical or chemical attack on process equipment surfaces, as in a furnace or fluid catalytic cracker. GEOLOGY 1. An erosion process resulting from the action of the flow of air, ice, or water. 2. See <<glacial scour>> MATERIALS See <<attrition>> MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Mechanical finishing or cleaning of a hard surface by using an abrasive and low pressure. TEXTILES 1. Removal of grease and dirt from wool. 2. The cleaning of fabric before the dyeing step. |