Thesaurus results for CROW'S-FOOT

crow's-foot

noun

Definition of crow's-foot

as in loop

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Recent Examples of crow's-foot Since then, it's been approved to treat crow's-feet (in 2013) and moderate-to-severe forehead lines (in 2017), though doctors had been regularly using it off-label on both areas for years. — Danielle Cohen, Allure, 23 July 2024

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Noun

Its stated goal is to build continuous defensive loops that find and fix weaknesses before attackers do.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
The husband freed one loop, then another, and used the momentum to pull the dog toward him and out of the car.

— Téa Obreht, New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of loop

Noun

Fluting and corrugation have also been added to the plate for longitudinal stiffness, and better traction comes via a Pwrtrac rubber outsole.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
The corrugation process guarantees that the containers are robust and lightweight, which is necessary for stacking and transportation in an efficient manner.

— CMG Containers, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2024

Definition of corrugation

Noun

In all of these cases, however, separating the steel belt plies and bead cores from the rubber treads and sidewalls is a time- and labor-intensive process.

— Ben Coxworth October 07, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026
Ovation plies the Caribbean waters in the winter months, but crosses the Atlantic for Mediterranean and European adventures during spring and summer.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of ply

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Advanced radar systems provide a critical layer within this approach, helping forces identify and track potential threats and supporting a coordinated defense alongside other C-UAS technologies, as per the release.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
The carabiner attachment allows for easy access when needed, while the water-resistant construction adds an extra layer of protection against an unexpected drizzle.

— Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of layer

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Space, time and distance are all integral parts of these kinds of stories, and particularly in music, a seam this film mines so very well.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026
Lee’s biggest catch was a 46-yard reception down the seam that put MU into the red zone on its first third-quarter drive.

— PJ Green November 1, Kansas City Star, 1 Nov. 2026

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