crevice
Произношение: [ˈkrɛvɪs]
Слово
Контекст: «physical space»
(noun) a crevice is a narrow opening or crack in a surface. Think of it like a small gap where things can fall in or hide. You might find a crevice in a rock or between the floorboards in a house.
Пример
We found a tiny insect living in the crevice of the rock.
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There are no crevices in this smooth wall; it's completely flat.
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Can you see anything hiding in the crevice between those two big stones?
Контекст: «geology»
(noun) in geology, a crevice can refer to a specific kind of crack or fissure in rocks formed by natural processes. This happens over time as the earth shifts and breaks.
Пример
The mountain has many crevices that scientists study to learn about its history.
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The cliffs here are solid with no visible crevices, making it hard for plants to grow.
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What caused the crevices in the rock formation we see here?
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