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dim·ple
 dimple
- pronunciation:
- dIm
p
l
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a small natural hollow in the skin, esp. one that forms in the cheeks during a smile.
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| definition 2: |
any small dent or depression.
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| related words: |
dent, hollow, pit |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
dimpled, dimples, dimpling |
| definition: |
to produce or cause to form dimples.
A grin dimpled her face. |
| related words: |
dent, pit |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to show dimples.
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| derivation: |
dimply (adj.) |
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