Season cracking refers to the cracking or splitting of wood due to varying temperatures and humidity during the different seasons. There are several synonyms used for this common issue. The most popular and widely used term is 'weather checking' or simply 'checking'. Other synonyms include 'splitting', 'shelling', 'crazing', 'fissuring', 'cracking', or 'cracking due to seasoning'. These terms are commonly used by carpenters, woodworkers, and contractors. Checking can be prevented or minimized by carefully selecting high-quality wood, properly storing and drying wood, and applying sealers or oils to protect the wood from extreme weather conditions.