surface quality
BrE /ˈsɜːfɪs ˈkwɒlɪti/
surface qualities
Definition

Definition of surface quality - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
appearanceoverall visible or tactile condition of an outer layer or finish
  • The table's surface quality suffered after years of heavy use.
2.
technologyTECH.measured condition of a surface about smoothness flatness or roughnessTECH.
  • Engineers inspected the surface quality of the mirror before installation.
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Expressions with surface

on the surfaceadv.
at the outermost layer or level
The paint looks fine on the surface but is peeling underneath.
below the surfaceadv.
in a position under the top layer
The fish swam below the surface.
bring to the surfacev.
cause something to rise to the top
The diver brought the treasure to the surface.
bubble to the surfacev.
rise to the top of a liquid
The air bubbles to the surface of the water.
under the surfaceadv.
existing beneath the top layer or exterior
The water was calm, but under the surface, currents were strong.
beneath the surfaceadv.
under the top layer
The treasure was buried beneath the surface of the sand.

Expressions with quality

quality timen.
time spent enjoyably with family or friends
We spent quality time together during the holiday.
star qualityn.
special traits or talent making someone likely to become famous
She has the star quality that draws everyone's attention.
quality faden.
gradual reduction in product quality for higher profits
The company faced backlash for its quality fade strategy.
quality doesn't come cheapexp.
high quality items usually cost more money
Remember, quality doesn't come cheap when buying a new car.
high qualityn.
state of being superior in excellence or value
The high quality of the fabric impressed everyone.
high-qualityadj.
of very good quality or superior standard
This store sells high-quality furniture.
premium qualityn.
very high standard or grade
The store is known for its premium quality products.
quality checkn.
examination of work or goods to ensure they meet required standards
Every product goes through a quality check before leaving the factory.
quality of servicen.
standard of service provided by a business
The hotel is known for its high quality of service.
food qualityn.
overall goodness of food based on taste safety nutrition and appearance
The restaurant focuses on food quality to keep customers satisfied.

Terms with surface quality included in their meaning

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roughnessn.
texture
the quality of a surface being uneven
slipperyadj.
surface quality
difficult to hold or stand on because of being smooth or wet
surface texturen.
appearance
visible or touchable quality of how a surface feels or looks
unpolishedadj.
surface quality
not smooth or shiny
adherencen.
stickiness
the quality of sticking fast to an object or surface
superficialityn.
appearance
quality of being on the surface or shallow
velvetn.
texture
smooth soft surface or quality
art papern.
printing
high-quality paper with a smooth surface

Examples of surface quality in a sentence

  • High surface quality is essential for components used in precision machinery.
  • The technician measured the surface quality of the metal sheet.
  • Polishing improved the surface quality of the printed parts.

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  1. French:qualité de surface, finition de surface, ...
  2. German:Oberflächenqualität, Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, ...
  3. Italian:qualità della superficie, qualità superficiale, ...
  4. Spanish:calidad de la superficie, estado superficial, ...
  5. Portuguese:qualidade da superfície, acabamento superficial, ...
  6. Chinese:表面质量, ...
  7. Japanese:表面品質, 表面性状, ...
  8. Arabic:جَوْدَةُ سَطْحٍ, حَالَة السَّطْح, ...
  9. Hebrew:אֵיכוּת פְּנֵי הַשֶּׁטַח, אֵיכוּת פְּנֵי שֶׁטַח, ...
  10. Russian:качество поверхности, чистота поверхности, ...
  11. Ukrainian:якість поверхні, характеристика поверхні, ...
  12. Hindi:सतह की गुणवत्ता, सतह गुणवत्ता, ...
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