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cleavage Definition and Meaning in English (cleavage definition)

noun
Synonyms:splitdivisionseparation
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Cleavage definition: The act or result of splitting or dividing something, often into two or more distinct parts.

Definitions of Cleavage

  1. 1noun(formal)

    The act or result of splitting or dividing something, often into two or more distinct parts.

  2. 2noun(colloquial)

    The space or line between a woman's breasts, especially when made visible by low-cut clothing.

Example Sentences

formal

“There is a clear political cleavage in the country regarding the new policy.”

casual

“Her evening gown featured a modest amount of cleavage.”

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infinitivecleave
nouncleft
agent nouncleaver

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Cleavage definition: The act or result of splitting or dividing something, often into two or more distinct parts.
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'Cleavage' translates to 'cleavage' in English. Cleavage definition: The act or result of splitting or dividing something, often into two or more distinct parts.
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