adjective
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crisp
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having waves or curls
Other Word Forms
- crispily adverb
- crispiness noun
Etymology
Origin of crispy
First recorded in 1350–1400, crispy is from the Middle English word crispi. See crisp, -y 1
Example Sentences
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Their findings suggest that combining traditional frying with microwave heating may reduce oil absorption while maintaining the crispy texture people expect.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
Two friends meet up at Chainsaw in Melrose Hill, the cafe with the flan lattes, crispy arepas and sorbet-colored wall everybody and their mom has been talking about.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Kempczinski, marveling over crispy onions and the bun’s mix of seeds, displayed the two-patty burger for a close-up.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026
"I've been to Wingstop in the past and the chicken was wet, it wasn't crispy - same as Popeyes."
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026
Still, she loved the crispy brown part and knew Akira did as well.
From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata
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