Definition of crimp

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Crimp (v. t.) To fold or plait in regular undulation in such a way that the material will retain the shape intended; to give a wavy appearance to; as, to crimp the border of a cap; to crimp a ruffle. Cf. Crisp..

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Crimple :: Crimple (v. t.) To cause to shrink or draw together; to contract; to curl.
Skimp :: Skimp (v. t.) To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
Scrimping :: Scrimping () a. & n. from Scrimp, v. t..
Crimping :: Crimping (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Crim.
Crimp :: Crimp (v. t.) To fold or plait in regular undulation in such a way that the material will retain the shape intended; to give a wavy appearance to; as, to crimp the border of a cap; to crimp a ruffle. Cf. Crisp..
Cheeseparing :: Cheeseparing (a.) Scrimping; mean; as, cheeseparing economy..
Scrimped :: Scrimped (imp. & p. p.) of Scrim.
Scrimpness :: Scrimpness (n.) The state of being scrimp.
Crimper :: Crimper (n.) A machine for crimping or ruffling textile fabrics.
Crimper :: Crimper (n.) A device for giving hair a wavy appearance.
Jagger :: "Jagger (n.) One who, or that which, jags; specifically: (a) jagging iron used for crimping pies, cakes, etc. (b) A toothed chisel. See Jag, v. t..
Frill :: Frill (v. t.) To provide or decorate with a frill or frills; to turn back. in crimped plaits; as, to frill a cap..
Crimper :: Crimper (n.) A curved board or frame over which the upper of a boot or shoe is stretched to the required shape.
Crisp :: Crisp (a.) To cause to undulate irregularly, as crape or water; to wrinkle; to cause to ripple. Cf. Crimp..
Crimpled :: Crimpled (imp. & p. p.) of Crimpl.
Crimp :: Crimp (v. t.) To pinch and hold; to seize.
Skrimp :: Skrimp (v. t.) See Scrimp.
Crimp :: Crimp (n.) A game at cards.
Scrimption :: Scrimption (n.) A small portion; a pittance; a little bit.
Frill :: Frill (v. i.) A border or edging secured at one edge and left free at the other, usually fluted or crimped like a very narrow flounce..
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