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crisp

crisp

 
 
pronunciation:
krIsp
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
part of speech: adjective
inflections: crisper, crispest
definition 1: firm but breaking easily into pieces.
The crisp crackers broke into crumbs all over the floor.
synonyms:
crunchy
antonyms:
soft
similar words:
breakable, brittle
definition 2: clear and cool; brisk.
He enjoyed a run in the crisp breeze.
synonyms:
brisk
similar words:
cold, cool, dry, stimulating
definition 3: short and to the point.
It would be good to make this a crisp speech.
synonyms:
brief, clear, concise
similar words:
clean, confident, neat, precise, quick, short, simple
 
part of speech: noun
definition: the British word for a very thin slice of potato that is fried in oil and seasoned with salt and sometimes other flavorings. "Crisp" has the same meaning as "potato chip."
derivations: crisply (adv.), crisper (n.), crispness (n.)