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fissure

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Noun — A long, narrow crack or split, especially in rock, ground, or body tissue.

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a deep fissure anal fissure fissure in the rock

Etymology

From Latin fissura, "a cleft or crack," from findere, "to split" — related to "fission."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fissure” mean?

The word “fissure” means a long, narrow crack or split, especially in rock, ground, or body tissue. In plain terms, a crack or split — literal (in rock, skin, or earth) or figurative (a rift between people).

How do you pronounce “fissure”?

“Fissure” is pronounced FIHSH-uh (/ˈfɪʃ.ɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “fissure” in a sentence?

Here is “fissure” used in a sentence: “A deep fissure had opened in the volcanic rock.”

What part of speech is “fissure”?

Depending on how it is used, “fissure” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “fissure” come from?

The word “fissure” comes from Latin. From Latin fissura, "a cleft or crack," from findere, "to split" — related to "fission.".

How many meanings does “fissure” have?

“Fissure” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long, narrow crack or split, especially in rock, ground, or body tissue.

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