Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catface
Noun
/ˈkætfeɪs/
Definition
A term used to describe a specific type of damage or mark, often found on fruits or trees.
Examples
- The peach had a catface, making it less appealing to buyers.
- Gardeners often check for catfaces on tomatoes to assess their health.
- Despite its catface, the apple was still perfectly edible.
Meaning
Catface refers to the misshapen, irregular scars on the surface of fruits and sometimes on plants, caused by adverse environmental conditions, pests, or diseases during their growth.
Synonyms
- Defect
- Scar
- Flaw