Definition of crisp
1 : curly, wavy; also : having close stiff or wiry curls or waves
2a : easily crumbled : brittle a crisp crackerb : desirably firm and crunchy crisp lettuce
3a : notably sharp, clean-cut, and clear a crisp illustration; also : concise and to the point a crisp replyb : noticeably neat crisp new clothesc : brisk, lively a crisp tale of intrigue crisp musical tempid : briskly cold crisp winter weather; also : fresh, invigorating crisp autumn air a crisp white winee : deftly and powerfully executed a crisp tennis serve
crisply
adverbcrispness
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Examples of crisp in a Sentence
I put on a crisp shirt and tie.
The stereo's sound is crisp and clear.
Origin and Etymology of crisp
Middle English, from Old English, from Latin crispus; akin to Welsh crych curly
First Known Use: before 12th century
Synonym Discussion of crisp
Examples of crisp in a Sentence
Crisp the celery in ice water.
14th Century
First Known Use of crisp
14th century
crisp
Definition of crisp
1a : something crisp or brittle burned to a crisp rye crispsb chiefly British : potato chip —usually used in plural
2 : a baked dessert of fruit with crumb topping apple crisp
14th Century
First Known Use of crisp
14th century
CRISP Defined for English Language Learners
crisp
playDefinition of crisp for English Language Learners
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: dry, hard, and easily broken
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: pleasantly firm and making a sharp sound when chewed or crushed
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: clean, smooth, and somewhat stiff
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Definition of crisp for English Language Learners
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: to make (something) crisp or to become crisp
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Definition of crisp for English Language Learners
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: a thin, hard, and usually salty piece of food
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: a dessert made of cooked fruit with a sweet, dry topping
CRISP Defined for Kids
Definition of crisp for Students
crisper
;crispest
1 : being thin, hard, and easily crumbled crisp potato chips
2 : pleasantly firm and fresh crisp celery
3 : being clear and brief a crisp reply
4 : pleasantly cool and invigorating : brisk a crisp autumn day
5 : having clear details a crisp photo
crisply
adverbcrispness
nounDefinition of crisp for Students
crisped
;crisping
: to make or keep something crispy or fresh
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