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Meaning of the word stria in English

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stria

US /ˈstraɪ.ə/
UK /ˈstraɪ.ə/
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Noun

1.

a linear mark, ridge, or groove

Example:
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The rock surface showed distinct striae from glacial movement.
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The microscope revealed fine striae on the metal sample.
Synonym:
stripegrooveridgelinestreak
2.

a stretch mark on the skin

Example:
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Pregnancy often results in the appearance of striae on the abdomen.
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She used a cream to reduce the visibility of her striae.
Synonym:
stretch marklinestreak
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