fissure Synonyms
fissure Meaning
fissure (n)
a long narrow depression in a surface
a long narrow opening
(anatomy) a long narrow slit or groove that divides an organ into lobes
fissure (v)
break into fissures or fine cracks
fissure (n.)
A narrow opening, made by the parting of any substance; a cleft; as, the fissure of a rock.
fissure (v. t.)
To cleave; to divide; to crack or fracture.
fissure Sentence Examples
- The deep fissure in the earth's surface was a stark reminder of the power of nature.
- The doctor carefully examined the fissure in the patient's skin, looking for signs of infection.
- The rock climber carefully navigated the narrow fissure in the cliff, using his hands and feet to gain purchase.
- The fissure in the water pipe caused a leak that flooded the basement.
- The fissure in the ancient vase was a sign of its age and fragility.
- The earthquake caused a fissure to open up in the road, making it impassable.
- The fissure in the glacier was a dangerous place to be, as it could easily collapse.
- The fissure in the friendship between the two friends was irreparable.
- The fissure in the company's financial statements raised questions about its solvency.
- The fissure in the political landscape made it difficult to find common ground.
FAQs About the word fissure
a long narrow depression in a surface, a long narrow opening, (anatomy) a long narrow slit or groove that divides an organ into lobes, break into fissures or fi
crevice, rift, gap, fracture, split, cleft,crack, rupture, hairline, opening
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The deep fissure in the earth's surface was a stark reminder of the power of nature.
The doctor carefully examined the fissure in the patient's skin, looking for signs of infection.
The rock climber carefully navigated the narrow fissure in the cliff, using his hands and feet to gain purchase.
The fissure in the water pipe caused a leak that flooded the basement.
