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crevice

Pronunciation: [ˈkrɛvɪs]

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Learn how to use crevice in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

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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?

Context: “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.

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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?

How to pronounce crevice

Pronunciation: [ˈkrɛvɪs]

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