catfacing
/ˈkætˌfeɪsɪŋ/
noun
- A condition in fruit, especially tomatoes, where the fruit develops irregular growth, bumps, and crevices resembling a cat's face.
- Gardeners can reduce catfacing by protecting plants from cold temperatures.
- The farmer explained that catfacing does not affect the taste of the fruit.
- Catfacing is more common in large heirloom tomato varieties.