wrinkle
noun/ˈrɪŋkəl/
Frequency rank: #11,557 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
a small line or fold in skin or fabric caused by aging, pressure, or repeated movement.
Example sentence
She noticed a new wrinkle forming on her forehead when she looked in the mirror.
Synonyms & related words
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