Synonyms of crevice

crevice

noun

ˈkre-vəs 

as in fissure

an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure

steam escaped from a long crevice in the volcano

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fissure
• rift
• crack
• cleft
• cranny
• split
• gap
• chink
• fracture
• crevasse
• check
• slit
• rupture
• opening
• breach
• incision
• hairline
• craze
• gash
• cut

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of crevice

In the footage, the sound of barking can be heard coming from a dark crevice in the rubble. — Stephen Smith, CBS News, 1 July 2026

In it, pieces of raw fish are put in the cracks, crevices, and folds of the skin of Zach Holmes, another of the new cast members, who is a large man. — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2026

This cordless hand vacuum tackles messes on furniture, in the car, and all kinds of nooks and crannies thanks to its lightweight, compact design, extra-large dust cup capacity, and accessories like a crevice tool, scrubbing brush, and a self-cleaning pet power brush. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026

And those who like an easygoing cleaning experience opt for robot vacuums to clean every corner and crevice around the house. — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026