flattening
verb
Definitions
To make something flat or flatter.
Example: As there was a lot of damage, we chose the heavy roller to flatten the pitch.
To press one's body tightly against a surface, such as a wall or floor, especially in order to avoid being seen or harmed.
To knock down or lay low.
Example: The prize fighter quickly flattened his challenger.
To become flat or flatter; to plateau.
Example: Prices have flattened out.
noun
Definitions
The act, or the result of making something flat of flatter
A flattened part of something
Example: The Earth is a sphere that has flattenings at the poles.