crisp
crisp
krɪsp
krisp
British pronunciation
/kɹˈɪsp/

Definition & Meaning of "crisp"in English

01

having a refreshing, brisk coldness in the air

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The morning air was crisp, making her breath visible as she walked.
02

effectively concise in expression

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Her responses in the meeting were crisp and left no room for misunderstanding.
03

having a crunchy texture, often associated with foods that snap or break easily when bitten into

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The crisp potato chips were irresistible, making it hard to stop eating.
04

having hair formed in small, tight curls

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Her crisp, coiled hair framed her face beautifully.
05

juicy and firm in texture when describing a fruit or vegetable

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The crisp watermelon was refreshing on a hot summer day.
06

(of paper or cloth) stiff and uncreased

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She handed him a stack of crisp bills for the payment.
07

(of an image) clear, sharp, and well-defined in detail

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I love how crisp the graphics look in 4K.
Crisp
01

a thin, round piece of potato, cooked in hot oil and eaten cold as a snack

Dialectbritish flagBritish
potato chipamerican flagAmerican
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She snacked on a few crisps while waiting for dinner to cook.
02

a dessert made with fruit that is baked and topped with oats and brown sugar

Dialectamerican flagAmerican
crumblebritish flagBritish
crisp definition and meaning

What is "crisp"?

In British and Irish cuisine, a crisp is a type of dessert that is made from baked fruit topped with a crumbly, buttery mixture of flour, sugar, and sometimes oats or nuts. The fruit used in crisps can vary depending on the season and availability, with popular choices including apples, berries, peaches, and rhubarb. The topping is typically made by combining flour, sugar, and butter until it forms a crumbly mixture, which is then sprinkled over the fruit and baked until golden brown and crispy. Once cooled, the crisp is often served with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Crisps have a warm, comforting flavor, with the sweetness of the fruit and the buttery richness of the topping creating a delicious and satisfying dessert.

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She baked a warm apple crisp for the family gathering.
to crisp
01

to make something crunchy by removing moisture, often through cooking or baking

Transitive: to crisp food
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Crisp the bacon in the oven until it's golden and crunchy.
02

to undergo a transformation into a firm, crunchy state, often as a result of heating or drying

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The freshly fried onion rings began to crisp as they cooled on the rack.
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