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creep, a rheologic effect of metals and other solid materials that may become elongated or deformed as a result of a load being applied for a long period. For example, creep can occur in silver amalgam fillings that have been in place for some time. creep a barrier containing small apertures. Only the young animals of the group can penetrate the barrier. See also creeping. creep barrier a barred barrier permitting maximum auditory, olfactory, visual and palpatory contact without domination. A useful technique in a primate colony. creep feeding feed is placed on one side of the barrier and only the young can get access to it. creep grazing a creep is placed across the entrance to the pasture and only animals small enough to penetrate the creep get access to the pasture. creep ration a weaning diet, suitable for weaning the young, which are the only animals able to penetrate the creep. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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