also: やれめ
noun
Refers to a tear or split in fabric, paper, or similar material. Often used for holes or openings caused by tearing.
ズボンの破れ目を縫ってもらった。
I had the tear in my trousers sewn up.
紙に破れ目ができてしまった。
A tear appeared in the paper.
Kana spelling is acceptable and may be used for clarity or in informal writing.
Obsolete kana usage; not used in modern Japanese.
Compound of 破れ (yabure, 'tearing', continuative form of 破れる yabureru) + 目 (me, 'gap, opening').