crevice

noun

ˈkre-vəs How to pronounce crevice (audio)
Definition of crevicenext
as in fissure
an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure steam escaped from a long crevice in the volcano

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Recent Examples of crevice Just like crevices in window frames, openings in door and window screens can invite a plethora of pests inside. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 For a no-fuss clean, opt for a spa with smooth edges and fewer hidden crevices. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2026 Focus on crevices and edges where grease and debris tend to accumulate, but avoid scrubbing too harshly. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026 There’s a dust brush to gather hair, pet fur, and dust from upholstery, a crevice tool to reach between couch cushions, and a wide, flat brush to give your sofa an even better once-over. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crevice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crevice
  1. fissure
  2. rift
Noun
  • In 1999, Glück imagined a creation story of sorts, describing small worlds that appeared in the fissures of a larger, shattered one.
    — Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The research reveals a fissure between how brand marketers measure the impact of personalization and how consumers experience its value.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of fissure
Noun
  • Barkley took aim at Rodgers' appearance on the Not Just Football podcast, where the quarterback focused heavily on his bitter family rift.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The disturbing allegations have created a rift across families.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of rift

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“Crevice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crevice. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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