CLEFT
Scrabble letter values: C3L1E1F4T1 = 10
Definition
- adjective split or divided.
- adjective having one or more indentations reaching nearly to the midrib. — synonyms: dissected
- noun a split or indentation in something (as the palate or chin).
- noun a long narrow opening. — synonyms: crack, crevice, fissure, scissure
Examples
- “he had a cleft chin and strong jaw”
- “the infant was born with a double harelip and cleft palate”
- “a cleft stick”