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Furrow
01
a deep crease or groove on the face caused by repeated facial expressions
Examples
A furrow appeared between his brows as he read the letter.
02
a long, narrow trench in the ground, especially one made by a plow for planting seeds or irrigation
Examples
The farmer guided the plow to cut straight furrows in the soil.
03
a shallow groove, indentation, or fold in an otherwise smooth surface
Examples
The furrow in the sand was made by a dragging rope.
to furrow
01
to make a series of long, narrow grooves or ridges in the ground or on a surface
Examples
The farmer furrows the soil to prepare it for planting.
02
to cause wrinkles or lines to appear on the skin as a sign of worry, confusion, or concentration
Transitive: to furrow sth
Examples
She furrowed her brow in deep thought.
03
cut a furrow into a columns
