Dictionary    Maps    Thesaurus    Translate    Advanced >   


Tip: Click Thesaurus above for synonyms. Also, follow synonym links within the dictionary to find definitions from other sources.

1. WordNet® 3.0 (2006)
crackling
    n 1: the residue that remains after animal fat has been rendered
         [syn: greaves, crackling]
    2: the sharp sound of snapping noises [syn: crackle,
       crackling, crepitation]

2. The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Crackling \Crac"kling\ (kr?k"kl?ng), n.
   1. The making of small, sharp cracks or reports, frequently
      repeated.
      [1913 Webster]

            As the crackling of thorns under a pot, so is the
            laughter of the fool.                 --Eccl. vii.
                                                  6.
      [1913 Webster]

   2. The well-browned, crisp rind of roasted pork.
      [1913 Webster]

            For the first time in his life he tested crackling.
                                                  --Lamb.
      [1913 Webster]

   3. pl. Food for dogs, made from the refuse of tallow melting.
      [1913 Webster] Crack-loo

Common Misspellings >
Most Popular Searches: Define Misanthrope, Define Pulchritudinous, Define Happy, Define Veracity, Define Cornucopia, Define Almuerzo, Define Atresic, Define URL, Definitions Of Words, Definition Of Get Up, Definition Of Quid Pro Quo, Definition Of Irreconcilable Differences, Definition Of Word, Synonyms of Repetitive, Synonym Dictionary, Synonym Antonyms. See our main index and map index for more details.

©2011-2024 ZebraWords.com - Define Yourself - The Search for Meanings and Meaning Means I Mean. All content subject to terms and conditions as set out here. Contact Us, peruse our Privacy Policy