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furrowed

adjective

Simple meaning

Having long narrow shallow depressions in the surface.

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furohd

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ˈfɝoʊd

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Definition

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adjective

  1. Marked with furrows.

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  • furrowverbBase word

    Hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove.

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Sense: marked with furrows

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