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striation

/strɪˈeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does striation mean?

noun

A line or mark made by a series of parallel scratches or cuts, or a pattern of such lines or marks. A series of parallel or nearly parallel lines or marks, especially on a surface.

Example

"The striations on the rock face were a clear indication of the ancient river's path."

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