crease

CEFRB2

/kɹiːs/

noun · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A line or fold made by bending something.

  2. 02

    verb

    To make a line or fold in something.

Examples

  • The deep crease in the centre of my forehead was dramatically reduced.

  • You have to make the crease very straight.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
3
Synonyms
3

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. One of the white lines drawn on the pitch to show different areas of play; especially the popping crease, but also the bowling crease and the return crease.

  2. The circle around the goal, which no offensive players may enter during play, unless after scoring.

  3. A line or mark made by folding or doubling any pliable substance; hence, a similar mark, however produced.

More examples

In context

  • DRS showed he was out of the crease in a controversial run out review.

  • His pants had a nice sharp crease.

  • His shirt was brand new with visible creases from its store fold.

Synonyms

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Origin

noun

From earlier English creast, from Middle English crest (“ridge, crest”). More at crest.