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Creases: meaning, definitions and examples

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creases

 

[ หˆkriหsษชz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fabric folds

Creases are the lines or folds that form on materials, especially fabric, when they are pressed or bent. They often occur on clothing, paper, and other flexible materials. Creases can be intentional, such as those made by tailoring garments, or unintentional, resulting from wear or misplacement. Their presence can significantly affect the appearance of an item, giving it a polished look or making it appear rumpled.

Synonyms

folds, lines, wrinkles

Examples of usage

  • She ironed out the creases before the presentation.
  • The dress had beautiful creases that added to its style.
  • He noticed the creases in his shirt after a long day.
Context #2 | Noun

paper marks

In the context of paper, creases refer to the lines formed when paper is folded or bent. These creases can serve functional purposes, such as creating sections in a brochure or forming a bookโ€™s spine. However, excessive creasing can damage the paper, limiting its usability.

Synonyms

bends, folds, impressions

Examples of usage

  • The brochure had several creases from being handled.
  • She carefully folded the paper to avoid any creases.
  • The creases in the map made it difficult to read.

Translations

Translations of the word "creases" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pregas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฐเฅ€เคœเคผ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Falten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerutan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะณะธะฝะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zmarszczki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŠ˜ใ‚Š็›ฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plis

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pliegues

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑrฤฑลŸฤฑklฤฑklar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฃผ๋ฆ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทูŠู‘ุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกhyby

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vrรกsky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่คถ็šฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gube

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fellingar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ะฟะฐั€ะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒญแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™rinliklษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pliegues

Word origin

The term 'crease' originates from the Old English word 'crฤ“as', which means 'to create a fold or a line'. This term evolved through Middle English, retaining much of its original meaning. The concept of creasing has been significant through history, especially in relation to clothing and textiles, where the aesthetics of fabric appearance have been important in fashion and design. As clothing and garments were historically handmade, the skill of creating and maintaining creases was highly valued. Over time, the word has expanded to describe not just fabric folds, but also marks on various materials, reflecting its versatility. The use of creases in garments, particularly trousers, symbolizes professionalism and attention to detail, playing a significant role in societal perceptions of neatness and structure.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,260, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.