indent meaning and definition

INDENT noun

Definition of indent (noun)

1. an order for goods to be exported or imported
2. the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line
   • synonyms: indentation, indention, indenture

INDENT verb

Definition of indent (verb)

1. set in from the margin
   • "Indent the paragraphs of a letter"
2. cut or tear along an irregular line so that the parts can later be matched for authentication
   • "indent the documents"
3. make a depression into
   • "The bicycle dented my car"
   • synonyms: dent
4. notch the edge of or make jagged
5. bind by or as if by indentures, as of an apprentice or servant
   • "an indentured servant"
   • synonyms: indenture