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dim·ple
 dimple
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- pronunciation:
- dIm
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- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a small natural dent or hollow that forms in the cheeks during a smile.
The baby's dimples made her especially cute. |
| definition 2: |
any small dent or hollow.
The raindrops made dimples in the soft soil.
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| related words: |
dent, hollow, pit |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
dimples, dimpling, dimpled |
| definition: |
to form or cause to form dimples in.
A grin dimpled her face. |
| related words: |
dent, pit |
| derivation: |
dimply (adj.) |
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