Meaning of crinkle in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈkrɪŋk(ə)l/

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1. Verb

   crinkle

   Etymology

   late Middle English: related to Old Englishcrincan (see cringe)

   Definitions

   1. make wrinkles or creases into a smooth surface

   Examples

   • « The dress got wrinkled »
2. 2. become wrinkled or crumpled or creased

   Examples

   • « This fabric won't wrinkle »

3. Noun

   crinkle

   Definitions

   1. a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface

   Examples

   • « his face has many lines »
   • « ironing gets rid of most wrinkles »