crisper

1 of 2

noun

crisp·​er ˈkri-spər 

: one that crisps

specifically : a closed container in a refrigerator intended to prevent loss of moisture from fresh produce

crisper

2 of 2

comparative of crisp entry 1

Examples of crisper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Whole Lemons Whole lemons are best kept in the crisper drawer, a low-humidity environment where they can be kept cool and dry. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2026

Store them in an open plastic or paper bag in your refrigerator’s crisper drawer to keep them fresh for up to 5 days. — Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026

The thoughtful reformulation modernizes the scent with a crisper citrus top note, a mossier base, and improved longevity. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2026

The dough is thinner, and crisper than an Argentine empanada, with an amber, wonton-like crust riddled with bubbles. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for crisper

• whisper