indention

/ɪnˌdɛnˈteɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of making or creating an indent in something, such as a margin in a document, or a curved shape in a surface.

“The printer’s mistake caused an indentation on the first page of the report.”

2. noun

a depression or hollow in a surface, especially one made by a tool or by erosion.

“The erosion of the coastline created several indentations in the rock face.”

3. noun

a person’s or animal’s style of sitting or posture, especially when they are not comfortable or relaxed.

“Her awkward indentation made her look like she was about to fall asleep in the meeting.”

4. verb

to make or create an indent in something.

“Can you indent the margin on this document to make it look better?”

Synonyms

  • concavity
  • dent
  • indent
  • indentation
  • margin

Antonyms

  • extension
  • projection