regrooving

/riːˈɡruːvɪŋ/
noun
  1. The process or act of cutting new grooves into a surface, such as a tire or road.
    • The company specializes in regrooving concrete highways for better water runoff.
    • After regrooving, the record played much more smoothly.
    • Regrooving old tires can extend their life but must be done carefully.
verb
  1. Present participle of regroove; cutting new grooves into a surface.
    • I spent the afternoon regrooving my old skateboard wheels.
    • The technician is regrooving the worn tire treads right now.
    • They are regrooving the asphalt to prevent flooding on the street.