CLEAVAGES - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

(embryology) the repeated division of a fertilised ovum

Part of speech: Noun

the breaking of a chemical bond in a molecule resulting in smaller molecules

Part of speech: Noun

the state of being split or cleft

Example: there was a cleavage between the liberal and conservative members

Part of speech: Noun

the act of cleaving or splitting

Part of speech: Noun

the line formed by a groove between two parts (especially the separation between a woman's breasts)