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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Between rounds, they might sample crispy pork belly or a $45 espresso-dusted ribeye.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Pratt goes to the restaurant often enough that Smith said his favorite order is crispy tacos and guacamole, and that he prefers the tequila brand Komos.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
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
Black, crispy, often flat and square - dried seaweed, known locally as gim - is a humble staple on everyday dining tables across South Korea.
From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026
Today our cowboy brings a paper bucket of chicken, skin crispy and golden, smelling of perfection.
From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai
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