crenae

/ˈkrēnē/

Definitions

1. noun

a shallow groove or furrow in a wavy or undulating line, such as the margin of a leaf or a wave in a sea shore

“The scientist carefully examined the crenae on the fossilized leaf to determine its age.”

Synonyms

  • furrow
  • groove

Antonyms

  • protuberance
  • ridge