serration

/səˈreɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a small saw-toothed projection or a similar structure on a surface.

“The serration on the leaf helped to prevent water from entering the plant.”

2. noun

a small notch or groove, typically in a blade or a cutting edge.

“The serration on the knife made it easier to cut through tough materials.”

Synonyms

  • notch
  • tooth

Antonyms

  • flatness
  • smoothness