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cleft
/klɛft/ · 5 letters · 5 distinct letters
- noun
a split or indentation in something (as the palate or chin)
- noun
a long narrow opening
- verb
separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument
cleave the bone
- verb
make by cutting into
The water is going to cleave a channel into the rock
- verb
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
The dress clings to her body