C1 adjective Formel

endentness

/ɛnˈdɛnt.nəs/

The quality or state of having a jagged, notched, or indented edge or surface. It specifically refers to the degree of serration or the structural depth of indentations in technical or geometric contexts.

Exemples

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1

The endentness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.

The jaggedness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.

2

Architectural plans must specify the required endentness of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.

Architectural plans must specify the required indentation level of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.

3

I noticed the endentness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.

I noticed the jaggedness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.

Famille de mots

Nom
endentness
Verb
endent
Adverbe
endently
Adjectif
endent
Apparenté
indentation
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'dent' like 'teeth.' Endentness is the quality of an edge having many teeth (notches).

Quiz rapide

The geologists measured the ________ of the rock face to determine the rate of erosion over the last century.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : endentness

Exemples

1

The endentness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.

everyday

The jaggedness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.

2

Architectural plans must specify the required endentness of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.

formal

Architectural plans must specify the required indentation level of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.

3

I noticed the endentness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.

informal

I noticed the jaggedness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.

4

In this study, endentness is used as a metric to quantify the surface area complexity of synthetic polymers.

academic

In this study, serration/indentation is used as a metric to quantify the surface area complexity of synthetic polymers.

5

The report highlights the endentness of the market's recovery, noting several sharp dips in performance.

business

The report highlights the jaggedness of the market's recovery, noting several sharp dips in performance.

Famille de mots

Nom
endentness
Verb
endent
Adverbe
endently
Adjectif
endent
Apparenté
indentation

Collocations courantes

degree of endentness degree of indentation/jaggedness
visible endentness visible jaggedness
structural endentness structural indentation
calculate the endentness calculate the degree of serration
uniform endentness even indentation

Phrases Courantes

endentness ratio

the ratio of indentations to a smooth surface area

surface endentness

the quality of being notched on a surface level

edge endentness

the degree of jaggedness on the border of an object

Souvent confondu avec

endentness vs indebtedness

Indebtedness refers to the state of owing money, whereas endentness refers to physical notches or indentations.

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Notes d'usage

Endentness is a highly specialized, formal term used primarily in geometry, architecture, or descriptive sciences to define the physical property of being notched. It is rarely used in casual conversation where 'jaggedness' or 'indentation' would be preferred.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often mistake this word for 'indebtedness' due to the similar spelling. Additionally, it should only be used to describe physical or structural edges, not emotional states.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'dent' like 'teeth.' Endentness is the quality of an edge having many teeth (notches).

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Middle English 'endent' (to notch), originating from the Latin 'dens' meaning tooth.

Modèles grammaticaux

uncountable noun often follows 'the' or a possessive adjective typically followed by the preposition 'of'

Quiz rapide

The geologists measured the ________ of the rock face to determine the rate of erosion over the last century.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : endentness

Mots lis

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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