truncature

Example:The truncature of the glacier due to climate change has been observed by scientists for many years.

Definition:the reduction in the size or shape of a glacier due to the removal or melting of its terminus or edges

Example:In computer networks, truncature occurs when data packets exceed the maximum size capacity of the network.

Definition:the process of cutting off part of a message in computer networking, often to match the maximum packet size allowed by a protocol

Example:The truncature of wood is a common step in preparing logs for transportation and further processing.

Definition:the process of cutting wood into shorter lengths or chopping off the ends of wood