striation

stri·a·tion

noun \strī-ˈā-shən\

Definition of STRIATION

1

a : the fact or state of being striated b : arrangement of striations or striae

2

: a minute groove, scratch, or channel especially when one of a parallel series

3

: any of the alternate dark and light cross bands of a myofibril of striated muscle

First Known Use of STRIATION

circa 1847

Rhymes with STRIATION

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