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Surface

SUR-fuhs

/ˈsɜːrfʌs/

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surface

Dictionary meaning

A superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something.

Examples

  • It was not what it appeared to be on the surface.
  • They skimmed over the surface of the water.

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