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dim·ple
(dĭm′pəl)n.
1. A small natural indentation in the flesh on a part of the human body, especially in the cheek or on the chin.
2. A slight depression or indentation in a surface.
v. dim·pled, dim·pling, dim·ples
v.intr.
To form dimples by smiling.
v.tr.
To produce dimples in.
[Middle English dimpel.]
dim′ply adj.
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dimpled
(ˈdɪmpld)adj
1. having small natural dents or creases in the flesh, esp on the cheeks or chin
2. with slight depressions on the surface
3. (of glass) with bubbles or dents
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dimpled
adj cheek, chin → mit Grübchen; she gave him a dimpled smile → als sie ihn anlächelte, sah man ihre Grübchen
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