Breakface
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Breakface is a noun meaning (archaeology) the surface of an artifact where a piece has been broken off.
Meaning
(archaeology) the surface of an artifact where a piece has been broken off.
Example Sentences
The carved surface and breakfaces on the sides of this relief exhibit a uniform appearance in ultraviolet light despite damage to the surface, including scratches, abrasion, and a modern drillhole from a previous mount. […] The head has been broken off at the neck and repaired previously. Breakfaces appear sharp and clean as if the break were recent. […] A chip is associated with the clean breakface.
Word Forms
- breakfaces
- break face
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chalkface, brash, workface, uniface, flaker, fleak.
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