CLEFT, pp. of cleave. Divided split parted asunder.
CLEFT, n.
1. A space or opening made by splitting a crack a crevice as the cleft of a rock. Isaiah 2:21 .
2. A disease in horses a crack on the bought of the pastern.
3. A piece made by splitting as a cleft of wood.
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