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Infinik  +  877293 Fri, 28 Aug 09 01:24 AM
Hi,

 

I would like to know the usage of the words "serrated" and "jagged". Does "jagged" especially mean pointed/sharp structures and "serrated" more curved ones? Also, is there a situation where these two words can be used interchangeably?

 

Thanks in advance,

 

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Mister Micawber  +  878028 Fri, 28 Aug 09 03:09 PM
Jagged things are irregularly sharp; serrated ones are regularly designed.  I cannot think of a case where both could be used equally appropriately.
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