Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crena

noun
ˈkrē-nə
Definition
A small notch or indentation, especially on the margin of a shell or other surface.
Examples
  • The crena of the shell allowed researchers to identify the species more accurately.
  • The leaf exhibited a distinct crena at its tip, making it easily distinguishable from similar types.
  • Under the microscope, the crena structure was evident on the surface of the specimen.
Meaning
Crena refers to a specific anatomical feature that describes a slight groove or notch, commonly seen in biological contexts such as zoology and botany.
Synonyms
  • notch
  • indentation
  • groove