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snagging
In the construction industry, this term refers to a meticulous quality-control phase. It carries a connotation of scrutiny and precision, where the goal is to find minor flaws—such as uneven paint or loose sockets—before a property is officially accepted. This usage is particularly common in British and Commonwealth English.
When applied to textiles, the word evokes a sense of sudden, accidental damage. It describes the physical tension of a thread being pulled out of alignment by a sharp edge, shifting the focus from a process of inspection to an event of material failure.
Meanings
Examples
The process of identifying and recording defects in a newly constructed building or renovation before final handover.
The process of identifying and recording defects in a newly constructed building or renovation before final handover.
The developer is responsible for fixing everything found during snagging.
The process of identifying and recording defects in a newly constructed building or renovation before final handover.
The act of catching or tearing a piece of fabric on a sharp object.
The act of catching or tearing a piece of fabric on a sharp object.
The act of catching or tearing a piece of fabric on a sharp object.
Characterized by the tendency to catch or snag on other surfaces.
Characterized by the tendency to catch or snag on other surfaces.