crepe
noun · verb
Simple meaning
A soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface.
Pronunciation
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kraypIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɹeɪp
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
Crepe paper; thin, crinkled tissue paper.
A flat round pancake-like pastry from Lower Brittany, made with wheat.
A soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface
Paper with a crinkled texture; usually colored and used for decorations
Rubber in sheets, used especially for shoe soles.
ireland
A death notice printed on white card with a background of black crepe paper or cloth, placed on the door of a residence or business.
verb
transitive
To crease (paper) in such a way to make it look like crepe paper
Cover or drape with crape
transitive
To frizz (the hair).
transitive
To cover in crepe.
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