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Tearing strength
Table 2, Table 2.3
Pronunciation
Subdomain (1st level):  Properties
Subdomain (2nd level):  Mechanical properties
Grammatical category:  Complex term
Grammar notes:  Uncountable
Definition:  Force required to tear a paper specimen under standard conditions. A number of test methods are used to evaluate this property.
Definition source:  EN 9
Context:  Softwood fibers (tracheids) confer high tearing strength, ability to withstand multiple folding, and a range of other strength-related properties.
Context source:  EN 8
Attestation:  2
Co-hyponyms:  Formation, Grammage, Caliper, Bulk, Wire side, Grain direction, Stiffness, Tensile strength, Bursting strength, Folding endurance, Abrasion resistance
Hyperonyms:  Mechanical properties
Related terms:  Tear tester
It:  Resistenza alla lacerazione
Degree of reliability IT:  3
Fr:  Résistance au déchirement
Degree of reliability FR:  3