dièdre

/ djɛdrə /

noun

1. mountaineering a large shallow groove or corner in a rock face

Word History and Origins

Origin of dièdre¹

C20: dihedral

Example Sentences

And with Diedre Hall as Marlena Evans, Hogestyn helped create one of daytime TV’s most beloved romances, known affectionately as Jarlena.

From Los Angeles Times

There’s a little something for everyone in these under-the-radar gems — a mix of new and returning series — suggested by Envelope writers Gary Goldstein, Hugh Hart, Elena Nelson Howe, Diedre Johnson and Bob Strauss.

From Los Angeles Times

McIntyre brought on Diedre Murray as composer.

From New York Times

Poll respondent Diedre Hummelbrunner’s experiences with police while working with low-income residents led her to rate the department’s performance as “poor.”

From Seattle Times

Diedre O’Brien chided from a nearby seat.

From Washington Post