dent
Definition
- n. an appreciable consequence (especially a lessening)
- n. an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
Word forms
- Past participle
- dented
- Past tense
- dented
- Present participle
- denting
- Third person singular
- dents
Example sentences
n.
There was a noticeable dent on the car door after the accident.
vt.
The heavy rain dented our plans for a picnic.
vi.
The old roof began to dent after several years of wear and tear.