pores

noun

Definition of poresnext
plural of pore
as in interspaces

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  1. cavities
  2. slots
  3. crevices
  4. fissures
Noun
  • This can cause cavities and lead to infection and tooth loss in the long term, affecting quality of life for children and adults alike.
    Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Four hornet nests found inside alder tree cavities in Whatcom County were eradicated between October 2020 and September 2021.
    Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of cavities
Noun
  • In his brief, three-year career, Donovan has played all four infield positions and both corner outfield slots.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
  • At that time, the Rams will get two extra return slots and the remaining one will carry over into the postseason.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of slots
Noun
  • Chickadees, nuthatches, and others are able to locate and eat dormant and larval insects by carefully inspecting crevices and cracks in tree bark.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
  • In fact, according to our experts, failing to take some time to walk around you and thoroughly inspect crevices for gaps or cracks in your home can cause major problems for you comfort-wise and wallet-wise this winter season.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of crevices
Noun
  • In the depths of the ocean where the Earth’s crust meets the freezing water, chemicals leak into the seawater through cracks and fissures called cold seeps.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 3 Jan. 2025
  • It was heralded by a swarm of earthquakes, and then the opening of fissures in the floor of the Halema'uma'u caldera.
    Tom Yulsman, Discover Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of fissures
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