Crinkle

usgb/ˈkrɪŋkl/
verb

To cause something to form folds or creases.

She loved to crinkle the wrapping paper.
Visual representation of "crinkle" - To cause something to form folds or creases

Often appears as...

  • crinkle paper
  • crinkle fabric
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Intentional Action

To 'crinkle' something usually means to do it deliberately.

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I crinkle the edges of my notes to find them easily.
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Soundless Process

'Crinkle' as a verb may imply action without sound when folding.

Illustration for Soundless Process
Carefully, she began to crinkle the cloth for the art project.
Visual representation of the word "Crinkle"

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