Auslaufen
English translation: dispersal
| 17:52 Mar 2, 2020 |
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| 4 | run away |
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| 4 | dispersal |
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| 3 | overspill |
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| 3 | seepage /creep |
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run away Explanation: .. |
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36 mins confidence:
dispersal Explanation: I assume this is the road surface they're talking about. The device prevents the surface materials from spreading to places they're not supposed to be, for example as a result of rain or traffic vibration. http://en.pons.com/translate/german-english/auslaufen -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 40 mins (2020-03-02 18:33:03 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- Here's an example from a different context, but the idea is the same: http://www.proz.com/personal-glossaries/entry/1044981-auslau... |
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overspill Explanation: I would suggest |
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1 day 16 hrs confidence:
seepage /creep Explanation: The reference gives "seepage", but I think "creep" might be preferred.... "...track ridges, indentations and seepage of the surface can be better prevented..." |
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