carroting

English

Etymology

carrot +‎ -ing, in reference to the orange colour of the drying fur.

Noun

carroting (uncountable)

1. A process in the manufacture of felt in which the animal pelt is treated with a solution of mercuric nitrate.
   • 2015, Alison Matthews David, Fashion Victims: The Damages of Dress Past and Present, →ISBN, pages 47-48:

     In a now-classic 2002 article, they warn museum professionals that the remnants of mercury from the carroting process still remain a threat.