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UK//kriːs//US//kriːs//

Meaning of Crease

A line or mark made by folding or pressing fabric, paper, or another material.

In simple words: A line or fold in a surface, especially in fabric or paper.

Crease in a sentence

  • She noticed a deep crease in the fabric of her dress.
  • He carefully ironed out the crease from his pants.
  • The paper had a crease that made it difficult to read.
  • You can see the crease where it was folded last time.
  • The artist drew a crease in the paper to indicate a shadow.
  • The map had several creases from being folded and unfolded multiple times.

How to use Crease

Use 'crease' to refer to physical folds, often in clothing or paper. Avoid using in formal contexts when describing minor errors or imperfections.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'crease' as a 'crease' in your pants - an important detail for a neat appearance.

Related words

Collocations with Crease

  • sharp crease
  • deep crease
  • iron out a crease
  • crease in fabric
  • paper crease

Synonyms for Crease

Opposites of Crease

Common mistakes with Crease

  • Confused with 'crease' vs 'crease out' (to remove a crease).
  • Using 'creased' incorrectly as a verb rather than an adjective.
  • Mixing up 'crease' with similar terms like 'fold' without recognizing the differences.

Compare Crease with Fold, Line, Mark

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Frequently asked questions about Crease

What does Crease mean?

A line or fold in a surface, especially in fabric or paper.

What is the definition of Crease?

A line or mark made by folding or pressing fabric, paper, or another material.

How do you use Crease in a sentence?

She noticed a deep crease in the fabric of her dress.

Can you give another example of Crease?

He carefully ironed out the crease from his pants.

What are synonyms for Crease?

Common alternatives include fold, line, mark, ridge.

What is the opposite of Crease?

Opposite meanings include smooth, uncrease.

What words go with Crease?

It commonly pairs with sharp crease, deep crease, iron out a crease, crease in fabric, paper crease.

What are common mistakes when using Crease?

Confused with 'crease' vs 'crease out' (to remove a crease). Using 'creased' incorrectly as a verb rather than an adjective. Mixing up 'crease' with similar terms like 'fold' without recognizing the differences.

How do you pronounce Crease?

US: //kriːs//, UK: //kriːs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Crease?

Use 'crease' to refer to physical folds, often in clothing or paper. Avoid using in formal contexts when describing minor errors or imperfections.