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cleavage

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Noun — The visible gap between a woman's breasts, especially when shown by a low neckline.

How to use cleavage

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

show cleavage a hint of cleavage cell cleavage crystal cleavage

Etymology

Built from the verb "cleave" (to split) plus the noun-forming suffix "-age" — the same pattern as "breakage" from "break."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cleavage” mean?

The word “cleavage” means the visible gap between a woman's breasts, especially when shown by a low neckline. In plain terms, most often used for the gap shown between breasts, but the word's core meaning is simply "a splitting or division.".

How do you pronounce “cleavage”?

“Cleavage” is pronounced KLEE-vihj (/ˈkliːvɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “cleavage” in a sentence?

Here is “cleavage” used in a sentence: “The dress had a neckline that showed a hint of cleavage.”

What part of speech is “cleavage”?

“Cleavage” is a noun.

Is “cleavage” a common word?

“Cleavage” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “cleavage” have?

“Cleavage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the visible gap between a woman's breasts, especially when shown by a low neckline.

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cleave cleft décolletage spathic

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