pucker

[ˈpʌkər]

pucker Definition

• 1. to gather or contract into wrinkles or small folds
• 2. to make a facial expression indicating disapproval or displeasure

Using pucker: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pucker" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The fabric puckered after washing.

• Example

  She puckered her lips in a frown.

• Example

  The skin around his eyes puckered with age.

• Example

  The hem of the dress puckered when it was sewn.

pucker Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pucker

• wrinkle
• crease
• contract
• gather
• pout

Antonyms for pucker

• smooth
• flatten

Phrases with pucker

• pucker up

  to prepare to kiss someone by pursing one's lips together

  Example

  He leaned in for a kiss, and she puckered up.

• pucker factor

  the level of risk or danger involved in a situation

  Example

  The pucker factor was high as they navigated the treacherous mountain pass.

• pucker power

  the ability to create a strong emotional reaction in others, often through provocative or controversial statements or actions

  Example

  The comedian's pucker power made him a controversial figure in the entertainment industry.

Origins of pucker

from Middle English 'pokkeren', meaning 'to pluck'

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Summary: pucker in Brief

To 'pucker' [ˈpʌkər] is to gather or contract into wrinkles or small folds, as in 'The fabric puckered after washing.' It can also refer to making a facial expression indicating disapproval or displeasure, such as 'She puckered her lips in a frown.' 'Pucker' extends into phrases like 'pucker up,' which means to prepare to kiss someone by pursing one's lips together.