utters
nounUK /ˈʌtəz/ · US /ˈʌtəɹz/
Etymology From utter + -s (suffix forming pluralia tantum, and third-person singular simple present indicative forms of verbs). The noun is imitative of the sound of a tool repeatedly striking the surface of an object.
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Engineering, Mechanical, Mechanical engineering, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Unwanted depressions or other marks on the surface of an object caused when a tool is pressed too hard or vibrates against the surface.