[f. as prec. + -NESS.] The quality or state of being jagged; sharp and rough unevenness of edge or outline.

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1530.  Palsgr., 233/2. Iaggednesse, chicqueture.

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1606.  Peacham, Art Drawing, 43. First draw rudely your leaves … before you give them their veins or iaggednesse.

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1890.  Talmage, From Manger to Throne, 36. The boldness and jaggedness of the scenery.

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