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surface The outer layer of something, often the first thing seen or encountered. It's also a flat and level plane. ■ Don't judge a book by its cover (or surface)., A shallow or superficial understanding or knowledge of something. ■ "I have a surface-level understanding of the stock market, but I wouldn't dare invest my money there!"
Planes A flat, rectangular surface with a smooth, even surface and four sides. ■ I accidentally spilled my drink on the plane. It was a slippery slope from there.
handprint A unique and distinctive shape made by pressing one's hand onto a surface, typically left behind as evidence of a person's presence. ■ "I accidentally left my handprint on the glass, now I have to clean it off.", A mark or impression that is made by pressing one's hand onto a surface, often used as a signature. ■ "I always leave my handprint on the door to the bathroom, so people know it's my territory."
pavement The smooth, hard surface that covers the ground, often made of concrete or asphalt. But don't be fooled by its tough exterior - beneath the surface lies a network of cracks and potholes waiting to trip you up. ■ "I didn't see that pothole in the pavement, now my tire is flat!"
ridge A series of high points and valleys along a surface. ■ "The road was rough due to the many ridges on the terrain."; "His hairline had a distinct ridge, giving him a rugged look." ■ "I couldn't stop laughing at the comedian's ridge-filled hair."; "He took a deep breath, trying to calm his nerves before the big ride." ■ "I couldn't wait to go on the roller coaster and feel the wind rush through my hair as we went over the ridge."; A raised edge or line on a surface. ■ "The old wooden fence had a rough ridge where it met the ground."
Slate A type of rock that is dark and has a flat, smooth surface. It was once used as a writing surface before the invention of paper. ■ I heard someone say they were going to write their thoughts on a slate. I just laughed and said, "Good luck trying to read them!"
superficial adjective 1. Pertaining to or characterized by the surface or exterior of something, rather than its interior or true nature., 2. Shallow, insincere, or lacking depth in thought, emotion, or expression. fair-weather, insubstantial, flighty, fickle, superficial deep, meaningful, substantial, sincere ■ She was superficial and only interested in the surface level of their relationship.
Algae A type of aquatic plant that grows in water, typically forming a greenish slime or mat on the surface. ■ "I accidentally spilled my coffee on my shirt and now I smell like algae."
asphalt A hard, dark, sticky substance that is commonly used as a road surface. ■ "I had to spend hours scraping off the gum from the asphalt on my shoes."
base A flat, level surface or platform on which something is supported, or from which it can be easily lifted. ■ "I forgot my phone on the base of the tree and it's stuck there now."
bed A piece of furniture with a flat surface on which to sleep or rest. ■ I can't believe I have to share my bed with my roommate. It's like living in a dormitory!
bounce The act of repeatedly hitting an object off a surface and rebounding back into the air. ■ "I love watching basketball games because of the way players bounce up and down the court!"
bulging An extremely large and awkwardly shaped growth on the surface of a fruit or vegetable, often resembling a testicle. ■ "I don't know why my tomato is bulging like that. It must be trying to grow some extra testicles."
Bumpy An object with an irregular, uneven surface, often causing discomfort when touched. ■ "I forgot my phone charger was so bumpy; now my phone is dead."
canyons A deep, narrow gorge in the earth's surface. ■ "I heard they found a treasure at the bottom of that canyon."
Cavity A deep, hollow space in an object or surface. Often used to refer to the mouth of a person or animal. ■ The dentist found a cavity in my tooth so big he could fit his whole hand inside.
ceiling The upper part of a room, often featuring a painted or papered surface. ■ "I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to drop my phone on the ceiling - it was just an accident!
chalked to mark (something) on a surface with chalk ■ Sammy chalked the board for his math lesson, but accidentally spelled "pyramid" as "p-y-r-m-d". The whole class couldn't stop laughing at his mistake!
Chessboard A square grid of alternating colors, used as a playing surface for the game of chess. ■ "I accidentally spilled my red drink on the chessboard, turning it into a 'red square'! Ha!
console A flat, rectangular surface used as an interface between a computer and its user. ■ "I'm so glad I can use my console to play video games without having to leave my couch."
Deck A flat surface, typically one that is elevated above the ground and used to walk on or for other purposes. ■ "I forgot my deck of cards at home! That's why I couldn't play poker with my friends."
Decontamination The process of removing contaminants, such as germs or pollutants, from a surface or object. ■ After spilling milk on her shirt, Jane quickly ran to the kitchen to decontaminate it before it could smell bad.
dents Small, shallow depressions in a surface caused by impact or pressure. ■ "The car had a few dents from the hailstorm last night."
Desk A flat surface used to display items such as flowers, photos, or food. ■ "I love to decorate my desk with fresh flowers every morning."
Desks A piece of furniture with a flat surface and drawers for storing things. ■ "I need to clean my desk before I start work, it's looking like a mess!
Drainage The act of removing water or other fluids from a surface or area, typically through pipes or channels. ■ John's basement was flooded because the drainage system malfunctioned. He had to hire a plumber to fix it.
drying The process of becoming dry, often through the removal of moisture from a surface or object. ■ After taking a shower, I quickly dried off using a towel and then put on some fresh clothes to dry out completely.
Engraved To carve or etch something onto a surface with great skill and precision, often to make it permanent or indelible. ■ The artist's engraved portraits were so realistic that people thought they were photographs.
Fairway A large flat area on the surface of a golf course where golfers can play their shots. ■ "I hit a perfect drive down the fairway, but then I lost my focus and ended up in the woods."
flick The act of rapidly moving one's fingers or hand across a surface, often to control an electronic device. ■ "I accidentally flicked my phone and sent a text message I didn't mean to."
Floor The lowest surface of a room, often used as a platform for standing or walking. ■ I dropped my phone on the floor and now it's cracked!
Foam A light, bubbly, and airy mass of liquid or semi-liquid substance that rises to the surface of a liquid. ■ After the cat jumped into the bath, a huge foam bubble burst, soaking everything in sight.
folks A group of people who are too stupid to understand anything beyond the surface level. ■ "I can't believe those folks still believe that pineapple belongs on pizza."
geological adjective Relating to or concerned with the study of geology. ■ The geological history of the Earth is fascinating, with volcanoes and earthquakes shaping our planet's surface for billions of years.
Glaze A transparent, glassy coating applied to the surface of a pottery or other object. ■ "She accidentally knocked over her glazed vase and now it's covered in a thick layer of glaze."
gouge A small, deep indentation or depression, especially on a surface. ■ She accidentally gouged her knee on the rough carpet.
Grinding To make something into a fine powder by rubbing it against a hard surface. ■ "I had to grind my coffee beans every morning because I couldn't find pre-ground ones that tasted good."
hole A small, round opening in a surface that is intended to be used for some purpose, such as inserting an object or passing through something. ■ "The cat jumped into the hole and disappeared."
imprint a mark or impression made by pressing something onto a surface ■ John left an imprint of his face on the pillow after falling asleep.
inlaid To embed something valuable or interesting in a surface, typically for decoration. ■ "The furniture had an inlaid chessboard that matched the theme of the living room."
Knob A small, usually round, projection on a surface or object that can be grasped or turned to control or adjust something. ■ "I accidentally knocked over the vase with my elbow while trying to adjust the TV knob."
knobby An unnaturally large or prominent lump, bump, or projection on the surface of something. ■ The knobby knees of the cyclist made him look like a giant spider crawling on his bike.
landscape A visual representation of the earth's surface, including its mountains, rivers, forests, and other natural features. ■ I love to take scenic drives through the picturesque landscape of New England.
ledge A narrow, flat, projecting surface, especially a horizontal one that is just wide enough for someone to walk on. ■ "I can't stand being on the ledge of this cliff. It's too scary!"
Line A thin, straight mark drawn on a surface. ■ He drew a line to show where he wanted the furniture placed.
lubricant A substance that is applied to an object or surface to reduce friction and make motion easier. ■ "I need some lubricant for my rusty hinges."
markings A series of lines, symbols or other visual indications on an object or surface. ■ "The dog was covered in strange markings that looked like a map of the world!
mat A flat, flexible surface made of a material like rubber or cloth, used for standing or kneeling on. ■ After spilling her drink all over the mat, Sarah had to clean it with a mop and bucket.
Metallic An adjective used to describe something that is made of or resembles metal. ■ "I accidentally dropped my phone on the metallic surface and now it's all scratched up."
Mirror A large, flat surface that reflects images. ■ I couldn't believe how much I looked like my reflection in the mirror. It was like seeing a doppelganger!