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corrugated
This term describes a specific geometric pattern of alternating peaks and valleys. It is most frequently associated with industrial materials, such as cardboard or metal, where the structural design is intended to increase strength and rigidity without adding significant weight.
In biological or organic contexts, the word shifts toward a description of texture, suggesting a pleated or wrinkled appearance. It conveys a sense of intentional or evolutionary design for utility, such as increasing surface area or providing structural reinforcement, rather than random irregularity.
Meanings
Examples
The warehouse is filled with stacks of corrugated cardboard boxes.
We should use corrugated iron for the roof to ensure it lasts longer.
I need a few more corrugated sheets for the garden fence.
The skin on the back of the creature was thick and corrugated.
Look at how the sand has become corrugated by the wind.
Is this corrugated plastic strong enough to hold the weight?
The artist created a corrugated texture on the canvas using a palette knife.
The pipes are corrugated to allow for flexibility during installation.
The pipes are corrugated to allow for flexibility during installation.