Interstice: meaning, definitions and examples

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interstice

 

[ ษชnหˆtษœrstษชs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

physical space

An interstice is a small or narrow space between things. It often refers to gaps or openings that exist between objects or within structures. Interstices are commonly discussed in contexts such as architecture, biology, and art, where they help to form a larger structure or concept. Their presence can be significant in the study of various fields, as they can influence function and aesthetics.

Synonyms

crevice, gap, interval, space

Examples of usage

  • The interstice between the two walls allowed light to enter the room.
  • Scientists study the interstices in the cell structure to understand its functions.
  • Art often utilizes interstices to create visual interest and depth.

Translations

Translations of the word "interstice" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น interstรญcio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคคเคฐเคพเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Interstitium

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ interstisi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพะผั–ะถะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ interstycjum

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้š™้–“

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท interstice

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ intersticio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aralฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ„๊ฒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฌูˆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ interstice

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ intersticium

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้—ด้š™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ intersticij

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ millibil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฐะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒขแƒ˜แƒชแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ interstisi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ intersticio

Etymology

The word 'interstice' originates from the Latin word 'intersticium', which means 'interval' or 'space between'. This word itself is derived from 'inter-', meaning 'between', and 'stare', meaning 'to stand'. The adoption of 'interstice' into the English language occurred in the late 16th century, taking root primarily in literary and scientific contexts. Over time, it has retained a specialized use in various disciplines, including philosophy and theology, to denote the idea of a conceptual gap or space. Its usage has evolved to encompass both tangible and intangible states, reflecting the nuanced way in which we perceive separation and connection within structures and ideas.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,681, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.