Definition

A split or opening in an organ or part of the body, often referred to as a cleft or fissure.

Example

The surgeon carefully examined the scissure in the patient's tissue.

Conversation

Did you notice that scissure on the mountain during our hike?

Yeah, it looked pretty deep and kind of dangerous.

I wonder how it formed — it must have taken a long time.

Definitely! Nature has a way of creating such interesting features.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scissure → It is formed from 'scindere' (meaning to cut) and the suffix '-ure' (indicating a process or result). The word 'scissure' refers to a cut or a split, particularly in a geological or anatomical context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cutting' ('scindere') to remember that a 'scissure' is a split or division.

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