Definition of Crinkle
Crinkle
Crin·kle


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To make a series of small, sharp folds or creases in something.

e.g. The wrapping paper began to crinkle as I unwrapped the gift.

(verb)
to make a rustling or crackling sound, or to cause something to do this;

e.g. He didn't want to crinkle the candy wrappers and disturb the other people in the movie theater.

(noun)
a crease, fold/bend, or wrinkle in a surface;

e.g. I wanted to make sure there wasn't a single crinkle in my shirt.

(noun)
a rustling or crackling sound;

e.g. She heard the crinkle of a package of chips being opening in the kitchen.



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