1. A split or fissure in a solid surface, such as wood, ceramic, or skin
The wall had a deep crack running down the middle.
A parede tinha uma rachadura profunda descendo pelo meio.
2. A break or rupture in something previously whole or continuous
The drought caused cracks in the earth.
A seca causou rachaduras na terra.
3. A fissure or chap in the skin, especially on hands or lips
Winter causes painful cracks on my lips.
O inverno causa rachaduras dolorosas nos meus lábios.