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Meaning of dimple

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

dimple

Pronunciation:/ˈdɪmpəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. A small depression or indentation in a surface.

    Example: The accident created a dimple in the hood of the car.

  2. Specifically, a small natural depression on the skin, especially on the face near the corners of the mouth.

    Example: You have very cute dimples.

verb

Definitions

  1. To create a dimple in.

    Example: The hailstorm dimpled the roof of our car.

  2. To create a dimple in one's face by smiling.

    Example: The young girl dimpled in glee as she was handed a cupcake.

  3. To form dimples; to sink into depressions or little inequalities.