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Definition crisp in British English

crisp adjective

adjective
/krɪsp/
1

crisp food is firm in a pleasant way and makes a noise when you bite it

Example

The bacon should be crisp and brown.

Example

a crisp apple/carrot

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2

crisp cloth or paper is smooth, clean, and fresh

Example

He put on a crisp white shirt.

3

crisp weather is pleasant because it is cold and dry

Example

a crisp spring day

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4

crisp speech or writing is clear and effective

Example

Her reply was crisp and unemotional.

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5

a crisp movement is quick and accurate

Example

a crisp backhand volley

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Definition crisp in British English