dent
Pronunciation: [dɛnt]
Word
Context: “physical damage”
(noun) a small, usually round mark left on something hard. Imagine when you accidentally hit a metal can, and it gets a little bump or hole in it. That bump is called a dent.
Example
There was a small dent on the car door from where it brushed against the wall.
Example
The car was in perfect condition with no dents at all.
Example
Do you see the dent in the metal?
Context: “physical damage”
(verb) to make a small mark or bump in something hard. It's like when you push down on a soda can and it makes a little dent. You're making it look different.
Example
He accidentally dented his bike while riding too close to the fence.
Example
She was careful not to dent the new car when putting things inside.
Example
Did you dent the table when you dropped the book?
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