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Definition surface in British English

surface adjective

adjective
/ˈsɜː(r)fɪs/
1

affecting, existing on, or used on a surface

Example

The boating accident caused only surface damage.

Example

a rough surface texture

Example

the surface temperature of the lake

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2

a surface quality seems to exist in someone or something, but in fact it hides deeper or more real feelings or conditions

Example

A surface calm settled over the troubled city.

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3

travelling on the surface of land or water, rather than through the air

Example

surface transport/mail

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Definition surface in British English