Meaning & Definition of word "Crease"

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.