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indentation

Syllabification: (in·den·ta·tion)
Pronunciation: /ˌindenˈtāSHən/
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Definition of indentation

noun

  • 1the action of indenting or the state of being indented:paragraphs are marked off by indentation an indentation for each change of speaker
  • 2a deep recess or notch on the edge or surface of something:the indentation between the upper lip and the nose

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