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Crevasse

Noun - Physical Feature

Definition: A deep crack or fissure, especially in a glacier or an ice shelf.

Sample Sentence: The mountaineers cautiously made their way across the treacherous crevasse in order to reach the summit.

Noun - Figurative Usage

Definition: A metaphorical representation of a deep, wide gap or rift between two things.

Sample Sentence: The sudden revelation created a crevasse in their friendship.

Verb - Transitive

Definition: To crack or divide in a manner similar to a crevasse.

Sample Sentence: The earthquake crevassed the road, making it impassable for hours.

Verb - Intransitive

Definition: To form or create crevasses.

Sample Sentence: As the temperature dropped, the frozen river began to crevasse, posing a danger for anyone attempting to cross it.