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The answer STRIAE has 11 possible clue(s) in existing crosswords.
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Definitions of striae in various dictionaries:
noun - any of a number of tiny parallel grooves such as: the scratches left by a glacier on rocks or the streaks or ridges in muscle tissue
noun - a stripe or stripes of contrasting color
noun - a thin groove, stripe, or streak
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| Narrow grooves |
| Stretch marks, e.g. |
| Narrow furrows |
| Parallel grooves |
| Minute grooves |
| Tiny grooves |
| Narrow channels |
| Fine furrows |
| Tiny parallel grooves left by a glacier on rocks |
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"Striae" is also a general term referring to thin, narrow grooves or channels, or a thin line or band especially if several of them are parallel or close together.Stretch marks, also known as striae, are a form of scarring on the skin with an off-color hue. Over time they may diminish, but will not disappear completely. Stretch marks form during rapid growth of the body, such as during puberty or pregnancy. In pregnancy they usually form during the last trimester, and usually on the belly, but also commonly occur on the breasts, thighs, hips, lower back and buttocks. These are known as striae gravidarum.Stretch marks are caused by tearing of the dermis. This is often from the rapid stretching of the skin associated with rapid growth or rapid weight changes. Stretch marks may also be influenced by hormonal changes associated with puberty, pregnancy, bodybuilding, or hormone replacement therapy. * There is no evidence that creams used during pregnancy prevent stretch marks. Once they have |