Meaning of the word cleavage in English

What does cleavage mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cleavage

US /ˈkliː.vɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkliː.vɪdʒ/
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Noun

1.

the hollow between a woman's breasts, especially as exposed by a low-cut garment.

Example:
Her dress showed a lot of cleavage.
2.

a division or schism, especially a split between two opposing sides.

Example:
The political party suffered a deep cleavage over the new policy.
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