noun
1. the space left between the margin and the start of an indented line
Synonym: indentationindentionindenture
2. an order for goods to be exported or imported
verb
1. bind by or as if by indentures, as of an apprentice or servant
e.g. an indentured servant
Synonym: indenture
2. notch the edge of or make jagged
3. make a depression into
e.g. The bicycle dented my car
Synonym: dent
4. cut or tear along an irregular line so that the parts can later be matched for authentication
e.g. indent the documents
5. set in from the margin
e.g. Indent the paragraphs of a letter