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fissure 1. Anatomy a narrow split or groove that divides an organ such as the brain, lung, or liver into lobes 2. a small unnatural crack in the skin or mucous membrane, as between the toes or at the anus 3. a minute crack in the surface of a tooth, caused by imperfect joining of enamel during development fissure [′fish·ər] (geology) A high, narrow cave passageway. An extensive crack in a rock. (metallurgy) A small cracklike discontinuity with a slight opening or displacement of the fracture surfaces. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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