crease

B2
Pronunciation
/kɹiːs/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A line or mark made by folding or doubling any pliable substance; hence, a similar mark, however produced.

Example Sentences
  • His pants had a nice sharp crease.
2 Definition

One of the white lines drawn on the pitch to show different areas of play; especially the popping crease, but also the bowling crease and the return crease.

3 Definition

The circle around the goal, where no offensive players can go.

4 Definition

The goal crease; an area in front of each goal.

5 Definition

A crack.

6 Definition

An Indonesian or Malay dagger with a wavy, or rigid serpentine blade.

7 Definition

A Moro sword with an asymmetrical blade.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a crease in; to wrinkle.

2 Definition

To undergo creasing; to form wrinkles.

3 Definition

To lightly bloody; to graze.

Example Sentences
  • The bullet just creased his shoulder.
4 Definition

To stab with a kris.