crack
crack
kræk
krāk
/kɹˈæk/

Definition & Meaning of "crack"in English

to crack
01

to break on the surface without falling into separate pieces

Intransitive
to crack definition and meaning
Examples
The frozen lake began to crack as temperatures rose, creating patterns on the surface.
02

to cause something to break, split, or fracture, often resulting in the formation of cracks or fissures

Transitive: to crack sth
to crack definition and meaning
Examples
The earthquake cracked the foundation of the house.
03

to produce a sharp or explosive noise

Intransitive
Examples
As the thunderstorm approached, lightning cracked across the sky.
04

to bypass or overcome a security system or barrier

Transitive: to crack a security system or barrier
Examples
The thieves used lock-picking techniques to crack the door's security and break into the building.
05

to strike or hit someone or something with force

Transitive: to crack sb/sth
Examples
The boxer cracked his opponent with a powerful right hook to the jaw.
06

to break due to the application of force, stress, or pressure

Intransitive
Examples
The old bridge cracked and collapsed under the weight of the heavy truck.
07

to break down complex organic molecules into simpler compounds

Transitive: to crack organic molecules
Examples
In the laboratory, researchers crack hydrocarbons to produce ethylene and propylene for use in plastics manufacturing.
08

to reveal or disclose something suddenly or impulsively

Intransitive
Examples
Despite his efforts to keep it a secret, he cracked and told his friends about the surprise party.
09

to become overwhelmed by intense psychological pressure

Intransitive
Examples
The soldier cracked under the constant threat of combat, experiencing severe anxiety and panic attacks.
10

to illegally access a computer system with harmful intent

Transitive: to crack a computer system
Examples
The hacker attempted to crack the company's network security to steal sensitive information.
Crack
01

a narrow opening or split, often caused by damage or pressure

crack definition and meaning
Examples
A crack appeared in the wall after the earthquake.
02

a sudden sharp noise

03

the act of cracking something

04

a usually brief attempt

05

a form of cocaine processed into small, hard rocks that can be smoked

Slang
Examples
He was caught selling crack on the street corner.
06

a blemish resulting from a break without complete separation of the parts

07

witty remark

08

a chance to do something

01

exceptionally skilled, excellent, or proficient

Examples
She's a crack shot with a rifle, hitting the target dead center every time.
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