crevice
English
/ˈkɹɛvɪs/
noun
Definitions
- A narrow crack or fissure, as in a rock or wall.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English crevice derived from Old French crevace derived from Latin crepare (burst, crack, break).
Origin
Latin
crepare
Gloss
burst, crack, break
Concept
Semantic Field
Basic actions and technology
Ontological Category
Action/Process