Meaning & Definition of word "Crease"
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Crease
/kriːs/
noun:
- 1. A line or ridge produced on paper or cloth by folding, pressing, or wrinkling.
- Example: The crease in the paper made it difficult to read the text.
- 2. A fold or ridge in a garment or other fabric.
- Example: She ironed the trousers to ensure a sharp crease along the front.
- 3. A mark or indentation left on a surface.
- Example: The crease in the leather wallet indicated it had been well used.
verb:
- 1. To make a crease or fold in something.
- Example: He carefully creased the paper to make an envelope.
- 2. To wrinkle or fold fabric.
- Example: The dress was so delicate that any movement would crease it.
Etymology
Middle English 'cres,' from Old English 'crēas'; related to the word 'crease.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
crease up:
To laugh uncontrollably.
in the crease:
Referring to a specific area in sports, particularly hockey or basketball.
crease one's pants:
To create a formal look with pressed trousers.
Related Words
fold:
A bend in a flexible material.
line:
A long, narrow mark.
impression:
A mark impressed on a surface.
Slang Meanings of crease
Meaning: To crease up
Example Sentence: I was so amused, I started to crease up.
Meaning: Crease in reference to sneakers
Example Sentence: Those kicks are dope, but I don't want them to crease.