crease (B2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /kriːs/
Definition
A line or mark formed by folding, pressing, or crumpling something.
Examples
The old letter was covered in creases from being folded so many times.
Be careful not to crease the paper when you put it in the envelope.
The fabric had a permanent crease from how it was stored.
How to Use crease
- crease in (prepositional phrase)
- A line or mark formed within something. — "There was a deep crease in the middle of the page."
- crease something (verb)
- To cause something to form a line or mark by folding or pressing. — "He creased the paper to mark the center."
- crease something up (phrasal verb)
- To fold something repeatedly and carelessly, often making it difficult to smooth out. — "She creased up the old map and stuffed it in her bag."
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