What is the meaning of indented?

verb

  • Set in from the margin.
    • usage: "Indent the paragraphs of a letter"
  • Cut or tear along an irregular line so that the parts can later be matched for authentication.
    • usage: "indent the documents"
  • Make a depression into.
    • usage: "The bicycle dented my car"
  • Notch the edge of or make jagged.
  • Bind by or as if by indentures, as of an apprentice or servant.
    • usage: "an indentured servant"
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