Synonyms for
Cleavage
Definition
The space between a woman's breasts, especially when revealed by a low-cut neckline.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- deep cleavage
- slight cleavage
- facial cleavage
- rock cleavage
- political cleavage
- social cleavage
- embryonic cleavage
- cleavage plane
Word family
Usage note
The word 'cleavage' can refer to a physical split or separation, or metaphorically to a division in opinion or groups. It is also used in anatomy and geology.
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Example sentences
- She wore a necklace that hung in her cleavage.
- Her cleavage was visible through her shirt.
- She felt uncomfortable showing too much cleavage.
- The dress had a plunging neckline that revealed her cleavage.
- The woman's cleavage was the center of attention.
Quotes
The cleavage is the line between the breasts that leads to a woman's heart.
A low-cut dress can reveal a lot of cleavage.
The cleavage has been a symbol of women's sexuality throughout history.