No. 9,895 in French
fissure
"Fissure" (French): A crack or split in a surface or material.
In a sentence
La fissure dans le mur laisse passer l'air froid.
The crack in the wall lets the cold air pass through.
In this sentence, 'fissure' refers to a physical crack or opening in the wall.
Après la dispute, une fissure est apparue dans leur relation.
After the argument, a crack appeared in their relationship.
Here, 'fissure' is used metaphorically to represent a breakdown or flaw in their personal connection.
Le géologue étudie les fissures des roches pour comprendre leur origine.
The geologist studies the cracks in the rocks to understand their origin.
In this context, 'fissure' is describing fractures or lines formed in rocks, related to geological studies.
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