whiteseam

/ˈwaɪtiːzæm/

Definitions

1. noun

A narrow seam or joint that has been whitened or discolored by weathering or other external factors, often visible in rock faces or walls.

“The whiteseams in the ancient cliff face told a story of geological upheaval.”

Synonyms

  • discoloration joint
  • weathering seam

Antonyms

  • colored seam
  • unweathered joint