indentation (Meaning)
indentation (n)
a concave cut into a surface or edge (as in a coastline)
the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion
the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line
the act of cutting into an edge with toothlike notches or angular incisions
indentation (n.)
The act of indenting or state of being indented.
A notch or recess, in the margin or border of anything; as, the indentations of a leaf, of the coast, etc.
A recess or sharp depression in any surface.
The act of beginning a line or series of lines at a little distance within the flush line of the column or page, as in the common way of beginning the first line of a paragraph.
The measure of the distance; as, an indentation of one em, or of two ems.
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indentation Sentence Examples
- The indentation in the text marked the beginning of a new paragraph.
- The code indentation clearly indicated the program's structure.
- The indents on the letterhead gave it a formal and professional appearance.
- The landscape's indentation created a picturesque cove.
- The indentation on the ruler served as a reference point for measurement.
- The indentation in the sidewalk provided safe passage for pedestrians.
- The book's pages had a slight indentation, making them easy to turn.
- The indentation on the wine bottle indicated its vintage.
- The indentation in the ground suggested the presence of an archaeological artifact.
- The indentation on the keys allowed for easier typing.
FAQs About the word indentation
a concave cut into a surface or edge (as in a coastline), the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion, the space left between the mar
furrow, cavity, pit, hole,dent, concavity, trench, groove, depression, excavation
hill,projection, bulge, protrusion, rise, protuberance, convexity, protuberance, camber, convexity
The indentation in the text marked the beginning of a new paragraph.
The code indentation clearly indicated the program's structure.
The indents on the letterhead gave it a formal and professional appearance.
The landscape's indentation created a picturesque cove.
