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Definition of «crinkle»

The word "crinkle" has multiple meanings, depending on its context.

1) Crinkle can refer to a fold or crease in fabric or paper that creates a rippled appearance. For example, you might say that a piece of tinfoil has crinkles if it is wrinkled and rumpled.

2) In the context of clothing, "crinkle" can describe a textured fabric with a wavy pattern, often made from cotton or polyester. This type of material looks like it has small waves or ripples when viewed up close.

3) Crinkle is also used to describe the sound that something makes when it is crumpled or bent, such as crinkling paper or a plastic bag being scrunched up.

Overall, "crinkle" can refer to a physical appearance of wrinkles or waves in fabric or paper, or the sound made by bending or crushing something.

Usage examples

  1. The crinkle of the leaves under our feet intensified as we walked through the autumn forest.
  2. She reached into the bag of chips and with every bite came the satisfying crinkle of the packaging.
  3. The crinkle of a map being unfolded filled the quiet room as they plotted their next adventure.
  4. As she smoothed the crinkle of the freshly laundered tablecloth, she admired how it transformed the dining table.
  5. The warm bread emerged from the oven, its crust giving a satisfying crinkle as it cooled.
  6. The crisp white shirt had a delicate crinkle pattern, adding a touch of texture to the otherwise plain garment.
  7. The photographer instructed the model to crinkle her eyes to create a genuine smile for the camera.
  8. The crinkle of the plastic wrapper echoed through the movie theater as people opened their snacks.

Phrases with «crinkle»

Sentences with «crinkle»

  • I also posted a recipe for Chocolate Crinkle Cookies with a Peppermint Twist as part of a Cookie Exchange ~ check out the post for the recipe and some other awesome treats AND you can add your own cookie recipes to our link party. (thehowtohome.com)
  • I love to make chocolate crinkle cookies using a cake mix. (cravingsofalunatic.com)
  • One girl has capitalized on our fierce loyalty to those attractive slender cardboard boxes and the anticipatory crinkling of plastic sleeve inserts: Katie Francis, a 12 - year - old Girl Scout from Oklahoma City. (bonappetit.com)
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