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RECESSED

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Resembling an alcove

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

concave (curving inward)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Having a sunken area

Example:

hunger gave their faces a sunken look

Synonyms:

deep-set; recessed; sunken

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

hollow (not solid; having a space or gap or cavity)

 II. (verb) 

Sense 1

Past simple / past participle of the verb recess

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