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Meaning of the word crimp in English

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crimp

US /krɪmp/
UK /krɪmp/
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Verb

1.

compress (something) into folds or ridges

Example:
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She crimped the edges of the pie crust.
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The stylist crimped her hair for a retro look.
Synonym:
foldpleatrufflecorrugateflute
2.

have a restrictive or detrimental effect on (something)

Example:
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The new regulations will crimp economic growth.
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Lack of funding could crimp their research efforts.
Synonym:
hamperhinderimpederestrictcurtail

Noun

1.

a crease or series of creases in something compressed

Example:
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The fabric had a permanent crimp from being folded.
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She put a slight crimp in her hair with the iron.
Synonym:
creasefoldridgecorrugationwave
2.

a restriction or impediment to something

Example:
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The new policy put a crimp on their plans.
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His injury put a real crimp in his athletic career.
Synonym:
hindranceimpedimentrestrictionobstaclesetback
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