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interstice

The correct spelling is interstice.

How to pronounce interstice

/ɪnˈtɜː.stɪs/
noun

IPA: /ɪnˈtɜː.stɪs/

Say it like: Int-ers-tis-e

The correct spelling is interstice. A small opening or space between objects, especially adjacent objects or objects set closely together, as between cords in a rope or components of a multiconductor electrical ca…

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A small opening or space between objects, especially adjacent objects or objects set closely together, as between cords in a rope or components of a multiconductor electrical cable or between atoms in a crystal.
  2. 2.A fragment of space.
  3. 3.An interval of time required by the Roman Catholic Church between the attainment of different degrees of an order.
  4. 4.(by extension) A small interval of time free to be spent on activities other than one's primary goal.

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