dent — a depression in a hard or rigid surface made by a blow or pressure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a depression in a hard or rigid surface made by a blow or pressure
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɛnt/
Example Sentences
- My attempt to parallel park left a tiny dent in both cars and my ego.
- The baseball barely made a dent in the reinforced window.
- His pizza addiction made a significant dent in his diet plan.
dent
NOUN[/dɛnt/]
a depression in a hard or rigid surface made by a blow or pressure
A shopping cart rolled into his car and left a noticeable dent on the door.
The bent pole left a dent where the tent once stood.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Dent derives from Middle English, originating in the 14th century from the Old English word 'dint', meaning 'blow' or 'stroke'. The word evolved from describing the action of striking to denoting the physical impression or depression left by an impact on a surface.
Breakdown
dent < Middle English dint (blow, stroke), ultimately from Old English dyne/dunt, related to the concept of a forceful impact and its resulting mark or indentation.
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📝Examples
“My attempt to parallel park left a tiny dent in both cars and my ego.”
“The baseball barely made a dent in the reinforced window.”
“His pizza addiction made a significant dent in his diet plan.”
“The mechanic estimated $500 to fix the dent in the bumper.”
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