Etymology
The word "dimple" derives from the Old English word "dymple," meaning "hollow" or "depression." It is related to the Middle Dutch word "dimple" and the Old High German word "tumpa," both of which also mean "hollow."
Meaning
A dimple is a small, natural indentation on the face, typically formed by the contraction of facial muscles. Dimples are usually considered to be a charming or endearing feature.
Origin
Dimples are caused by the presence of a variant form of the zygomaticus major muscle, which is responsible for raising the corners of the mouth when smiling. In individuals with dimples, the muscle inserts into the skin of the cheek rather than the underlying bone. When the muscle contracts, it pulls the skin of the cheek inward, creating the characteristic dimple.
Dimples are typically inherited as a dominant genetic trait, meaning that individuals who have at least one copy of the dimple allele from either parent will have dimples. However, dimples can also occur sporadically in individuals without a family history of the trait.
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