Definitions

1. noun

A narrow groove, strip, or streak, especially one that is linear and continuous.

“The car’s tires left behind stria on the wet road.”

2. noun

A thin layer or plate of a substance, such as rock, that is formed by the cooling and solidification of magma.

“The stria of basalt rock revealed the ancient volcano’s eruption pattern.”

3. noun

A mark or line on a surface, especially one that is caused by wear and tear.

“The stria on the old door handle showed years of heavy use.”

4. noun

A row of parallel or nearly parallel grooves or lines, especially on the surface of a mineral or rock.

“The geologist examined the stria on the rock to determine its origin.”

5. verb

To mark or score with fine parallel lines or grooves.

“The craftsman stria the wood to create a unique design.”

6. verb

To score or mark with fine parallel lines or grooves.

“The machine stria the surface of the metal to create a smooth finish.”