crisps
crisps — verb
- crispspresent simple I / you / we / they
- crispses3rd person singular
- crispsing-ing form
- crispsedpast simple
1. to cook food so that its surface turns dry and firm, often to a golden-brown col
to cook food so that its surface turns dry and firm, often to a golden-brown colour, or for food to reach this state on its own during cooking
Iris crisped the potato slices in the oven until they turned a light golden colour.
transitive: crisp + [food noun]
The bacon will crisp within five minutes if you keep the heat on high.
intransitive: [food] + crisp
Mathieu crisped the fish skin by pressing it down flat against the hot pan.
The top of the pie crisped beautifully after ten minutes under the grill.
Kenji left the bread rolls in the oven a bit longer to crisp the crust.
文法句型
crisp + [food noun]
[food] + crisp
用法筆記
Object is typically a food whose surface can become dry and firm: bacon, pastry, potatoes, bread crusts. Not the same as burning — crisping is a controlled, desirable result.
常見錯誤
2. to press or bend a flat surface so that it forms small folds, waves, or creases
to press or bend a flat surface so that it forms small folds, waves, or creases — for example, crisping a piece of paper by crumpling it, or wind crisping the surface of a lake into ripples
Tamar crisped the wrapping paper by running her thumb firmly along the edge.
transitive: crisp + [flat material]
The old photograph had crisped along the bottom edge after years of damp.
Eshe crisped the foil into a tight ball before she threw it into the bin.
A sudden gust of wind crisped the surface of the lake into tiny waves.
Renata crisped the silk scarf between her fingers, leaving fine creases all over it.
- smooth
to make a surface flat and free of folds or bumps
文法句型
crisp + [flat material]
[surface] + crisp
用法筆記
Object is typically a thin, flat material (paper, foil, fabric) or a smooth natural surface (water, snow). This sense is literary and uncommon in everyday speech.
crisps — noun
- crispssingular
- crispsesplural
1. A thin slice of potato cooked in oil until hard and crunchy, eaten cold as a sna
A thin slice of potato cooked in oil until hard and crunchy, eaten cold as a snack and usually sold in sealed bags. In British English this is a crisp; in American English it is called a potato chip or simply a chip.
Justin opened a bag of salt-and-vinegar crisps and shared them with his sister.
a bag of crisps — the most common packaging phrase
The vending machine at Stefan's gym sold only plain crisps and chocolate bars.
Mira brushed crisp crumbs off her school blouse before the afternoon class began.
Samir tipped the last few broken crisps from the packet straight into his mouth.
Hana tucked a small bag of ready-salted crisps into her coat pocket for later.
- potato chip
American English equivalent
- chip
standard American term; in British English 'chip' means a thick hot fried potato
文法句型
a bag/packet of crisps
用法筆記
The singular form 'a crisp' refers to one individual piece, but the plural 'crisps' is far more common because the food is sold and eaten in quantity. In American English, these are called 'chips' or 'potato chips' — not to be confused with British 'chips,' which are thick-cut hot fried potatoes.
常見錯誤
2. A warm dessert in which sliced fruit is baked beneath a crumbly topping made by
A warm dessert in which sliced fruit is baked beneath a crumbly topping made by rubbing butter, sugar, and flour together into small lumps. Apple crisp is the most familiar version, but peach, rhubarb, and berry crisps are also popular.
Selim's grandmother baked an apple crisp using fruit from her own garden.
apple crisp — the most common type of this dessert
Yasmin served the warm peach crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
served with ice cream — a classic pairing for fruit crisps
The recipe for rhubarb crisp called for extra sugar because the stalks were so sour.
Caio first tasted fruit crisp when his host family in Manchester baked him one.
Abigail left the berry crisp in the oven too long and the topping turned dark.
文法句型
an apple/peach/rhubarb crisp
make/bake a crisp
用法筆記
Often named after the fruit used: 'apple crisp,' 'peach crisp,' 'berry crisp.' The topping is similar to a crumble but typically includes oats or nuts for extra crunch. Traditionally served warm, often with vanilla ice cream or custard.
常見錯誤
crisps — adjective
- crispspositive
- crispsercomparative
- crispsestsuperlative
1. stiff and dry enough to break or snap with only a little force
stiff and dry enough to break or snap with only a little force
Gabriel stepped on the crisp autumn leaves scattered across the path.
collocation: crisp leaves
The old photograph had become so crisp that it cracked when Nila picked it up.
Hamza bit into the crisp wafer and it shattered into tiny pieces.
The burnt edges of the toast were dark and crisp to the touch.
Ava noticed the insect's crisp wing had snapped off inside the jar.
用法筆記
Often describes materials that have dried out, aged, or been overheated. The breaking is usually undesirable or neutral rather than pleasant.
2. pleasantly dry, firm, and crunchy — used of well-cooked foods like pastries, bis
pleasantly dry, firm, and crunchy — used of well-cooked foods like pastries, biscuits, and roast potatoes
Lara pulled the tray from the oven and admired the crisp golden pastry.
collocation: crisp pastry
The apple crumble had a crisp topping that crackled under Caleb's spoon.
collocation: crisp topping
Sade served the roast potatoes while the skins were still hot and crisp.
The biscotti were baked twice until they turned perfectly crisp and dry.
Nikos bit into the crisp breadstick and smiled at the loud crunch.
用法筆記
Used only for cooked foods, especially baked goods where a dry, crunchy texture is desirable. Always positive — the food has been cooked just right.
常見錯誤
3. (of raw fruit and vegetables) firm and fresh, with a satisfying texture when bit
(of raw fruit and vegetables) firm and fresh, with a satisfying texture when bitten into
Bao chose a head of lettuce with crisp green leaves and no brown spots.
collocation: crisp leaves (of lettuce)
The apple was so crisp that juice ran down Hyun's chin after the first bite.
Lakshmi snapped the crisp celery stalk in half and added it to the salad.
Folake picked the crispest carrots from the market stall for Sunday's stew.
The cucumber stayed crisp in the fridge for nearly a week.
用法筆記
Describes raw, uncooked produce only. A crisp apple is fresh and firm; once cooked it becomes soft and this sense no longer applies.
4. stiff, smooth, and looking fresh and tidy — used of paper, fabric, or clothing t
stiff, smooth, and looking fresh and tidy — used of paper, fabric, or clothing that appears new or well-pressed
Gabriel handed over a crisp fifty-pound note fresh from the bank.
collocation: crisp note (banknote)
Nila's crisp white shirt still held the creases from the shop packaging.
collocation: crisp shirt
The hotel sheets were so crisp and cool that Hamza slept soundly all night.
Ava smoothed the crisp tablecloth and set the plates in the centre.
The wedding invitation arrived on thick, crisp paper with gold lettering.
用法筆記
Often implies the item is new, freshly laundered, or freshly ironed. The stiffness is a sign of quality or care.
5. (of a sound, picture, or video) extremely clear, with sharp outlines or distinct
(of a sound, picture, or video) extremely clear, with sharp outlines or distinct tones
The new television showed every scene in crisp, bright detail.
collocation: crisp detail
Sade heard the crisp snap of a twig somewhere behind her in the woods.
collocation: crisp snap (sound)
Lara's phone took a crisp photo of the mountains even in low evening light.
Caleb adjusted the radio until the announcer's voice came through crisp and clear.
The drummer produced a crisp beat that the whole band could follow easily.
用法筆記
Common in contexts of photography, audio recording, and broadcasting. Describes the technical quality of the medium, not the content itself.
6. (of speech, writing, or manner) quick, clear, and wasting no words — direct and
(of speech, writing, or manner) quick, clear, and wasting no words — direct and confident
Nikos gave the team a crisp summary of the project in under two minutes.
collocation: crisp summary
The editor asked for a crisp opening paragraph that grabbed the reader's attention.
Bao's instructions were so crisp that everyone finished the task without a single question.
Hyun admired the crisp prose of the news article — not a word was wasted.
The sergeant's crisp command sent the soldiers into action at once.
- rambling
long, confused, and lacking clear direction
- long-winded
using far too many words
- vague
unclear and lacking precision
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 5: here 'crisp' describes the efficiency and clarity of communication, not the audio quality of a sound. The focus is on brevity and confidence.
7. describes weather that is cold but fresh-feeling, with a clear sky and an energi
describes weather that is cold but fresh-feeling, with a clear sky and an energising quality
Liang stepped outside into the crisp October morning and smiled at the blue sky.
crisp + morning: describing cold, bright autumn weather
The crisp autumn afternoon was perfect for a long walk through the park.
Nora wrapped her scarf tighter as the crisp winter wind swept across the field.
The Haddad family chose a crisp, sunny Saturday in early November for the wedding.
After weeks of rain, the crisp bright weather lifted spirits across the whole office.
文法句型
crisp + [weather/day/morning/afternoon]
用法筆記
Typically describes autumn or winter weather that is cold in a pleasant, invigorating way. The key idea is that the cold feels refreshing rather than uncomfortable.
8. describes air that feels cold, clean, and fresh when you breathe it in
describes air that feels cold, clean, and fresh when you breathe it in
Noa took a deep breath of the crisp mountain air and felt wide awake.
crisp air: cold, fresh, and invigorating to breathe
The crisp air from the open window filled the stuffy classroom with freshness.
Tanvi loved running before sunrise, when the air was crisp and still.
A blast of crisp January air hit Kian's face as he opened the front door.
The air grew crisp and clean after the thunderstorm had passed through the valley.
文法句型
crisp + [air/breeze]
用法筆記
Describes the feeling of air itself rather than the overall weather. Often used for mountain, morning, or winter air that feels especially pure and cold on the skin or in the lungs.
9. describes hair that grows in close, springy ringlets or defined waves
describes hair that grows in close, springy ringlets or defined waves
Rafael ran a comb through his daughter's crisp dark curls before the school photo.
crisp curls: small, tight, well-defined curls
The old photograph showed a woman with crisp, tight ringlets pinned up neatly.
Eve's grandmother still had the same crisp white curls she remembered from childhood.
The stylist used a diffuser to make Hoa's naturally crisp waves look soft and full.
文法句型
crisp + [curls/hair/ringlets/waves]
用法筆記
A mainly literary or older usage. Describes hair that holds a tight curl pattern with a springy, defined texture — not loose waves.