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ceruk

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Etymology

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Inherited from Malay ceruk (“corner, nook”).

Pronunciation

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Noun

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ceruk (plural ceruk-ceruk)

  1. hole, hollow
    Synonym: lubang
  2. nook:
    1. alcove (small corner formed by two walls)
    2. a hidden or secluded spot; a secluded retreat.
    3. cove, hollow, niche, or recess
  3. recess (in a place or a space)
  4. cranny: small, narrow opening, fissure, crevice, or chink
  5. niche: cavity, hollow, or recess
    Synonym: relung
  6. alcove: small recessed area
  7. blind alley, lane.
  8. inlet
    Synonym: serokan
  9. cavity
    Synonym: rongga
  10. shaft
    Synonym: lombong
  11. cave (in a mountain)
    Synonym: gua
  12. corner (in a room)
    Synonyms: sudut, pojok
  13. (anatomy, rare) alveolus
    Synonym: alveolus
  14. (geology, rare) cockpit
  15. (archaeology) rock shelter[1]

Derived terms

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References

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  1. ^ Yinika Perston; Suryatman (18 January 2024), “A concise Indonesian/English guide to common terms used in excavation and archaeological research”, in SPAFA Journal‎[1], volume 8, →DOI, →ISSN, pages s1–s12

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