crisp

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Adjective

crispCanonical form
crisperComparative
crispestSuperlative
1

Firm, dry, and easily broken or crumbled; having a pleasingly crunchy texture.

These crackers are nice and crisp.

2

Fresh and invigorating, especially referring to cold air or weather.

We enjoyed a walk in the crisp autumn air.

3

Clear, sharp, and well-defined in appearance or sound.

The photograph has crisp details and vivid colors.

4

Brisk and decisive in manner or speech.

She gave a crisp reply to the reporter's question.

Noun

crispSingular
crispsPlural
1

A thin slice of potato fried until crunchy and typically salted or flavored (British English).

Would you like a packet of crisps?

Verb

1

To make or become crisp, especially by cooking or drying.

I crisped the bacon in the oven until it was perfectly crunchy.