Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blebbing

verb (gerund)

/ˈblɛb.ɪŋ/

Definition

The process of forming small blisters or bubbles in or on a surface.

Examples

The cells showed blebbing as a response to stress.
The paint was blebbing on the surface due to moisture.

Meaning

Blebbing refers to the creation of small, swollen areas on a surface that resemble bubbles or blisters. This term can be used in various contexts, including biology, where it describes a cellular phenomenon, or in materials science, where it refers to the formation of bubbles in a substance.