INDENTION Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the word indention. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for INDENTION
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indentation | nounn | |||||||
noun • 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 | ||||||||
indent | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an order for goods to be exported or imported • the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line verb • set in from the margin • cut or tear along an irregular line so that the parts can later be matched for authentication • make a depression into • notch the edge of or make jagged • bind by or as if by indentures, as of an apprentice or servant | ||||||||
indenture | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a concave cut into a surface or edge (as in a coastline) • formal agreement between the issuer of bonds and the bondholders as to terms of the debt • a contract binding one party into the service of another for a specified term • the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line verb • bind by or as if by indentures, as of an apprentice or servant |