Dent

Noun

Definition: A small hollow mark or impression on a surface, caused by pressure or an impact.

Synonyms: Indentation, Depression, Hollow

Antonyms: Bulge, Bump, Protrusion

Examples:
  • The car door had a dent from the accident.
  • She dropped the hammer and it left a dent on the floor.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of a car door being hit and creating a small hollow mark.

Verb

Definition: To create a small hollow mark or impression on a surface through pressure or an impact.

Synonyms: Indent, Depress, Mark

Antonyms: Smooth, Flatten, Raise

Examples:
  • The ball dented the roof of the car.
  • He accidentally dented the table with his elbow.
Mnemonics:
  • Imagine accidentally hitting a surface and leaving a small hollow mark.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late Middle English (as a noun; also in the sense 'blow'): variant of dint.

Historical Usage:

The word "dent" originated from the Late Middle English period and has been used to describe a small hollow mark or impression caused by pressure or an impact.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Make a dent"

Explanation:

To have an impact or make progress in achieving something.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "dent" (noun) with "dent" (verb) or vice versa.

Explanation:

"Dent" can be both a noun and a verb with related meanings but used differently in different contexts.

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