indentation
Indentation (noun) means a dent, notch, or inward curve in a surface or edge. Example: “The hammer left a small indentation in the wood.”
How to use indentation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dent in a surface, or the blank space pushed in at the start of a line of writing.
Word forms
indentations plural
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The hammer left a small _____ in the wood.
Etymology
From indent + -ation.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “indentation” mean?
The word “indentation” means a dent, notch, or inward curve in a surface or edge. In plain terms, a dent in a surface, or the blank space pushed in at the start of a line of writing.
How do you pronounce “indentation”?
“Indentation” is pronounced ihn-dehn-TAY-shuhn (/ˌɪndɛnˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “indentation” in a sentence?
Here is “indentation” used in a sentence: “The hammer left a small indentation in the wood.”
What is the opposite of “indentation”?
The opposite of “indentation” — its antonyms — is protrusion.
What part of speech is “indentation”?
“Indentation” is a noun.
How many meanings does “indentation” have?
“Indentation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dent, notch, or inward curve in a surface or edge.