crimple
[krim-puh l]
Origin of crimple
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Related Words for crimple
scrunch, pucker, crush, buckle, screw, crisp, pleat, undulate, flow, wrinkle, wave, ruck, set, crinkle, swirl, coil, crease, crumple, frizz, swishExamples from the Web for crimple
Historical Examples of crimple
In every one of Mr Crimple's joints, sir, there is more or less of the same deposit.
Life And Adventures Of Martin ChuzzlewitCharles Dickens
The heart glows; its humanities even yield and crimple under the fierce heat of mental pride.
Dream LifeDonald G. Mitchell
If Mr Crimple neglects his meals, or fails to take his proper quantity of rest, that oil wanes, and becomes exhausted.
Life And Adventures Of Martin ChuzzlewitCharles Dickens
Mr Crimple, more agitated than before, clapped his hand immediately below his waistcoat.
Life And Adventures Of Martin ChuzzlewitCharles Dickens
In this portion of Mr Crimple's leg, sir, there is a certain amount of animal oil.
Life And Adventures Of Martin ChuzzlewitCharles Dickens
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