cracks

[kræks]

cracks Definition

• 1. narrow openings or fissures in a material, especially one that has become weak or damaged
• 2. a sudden sharp or explosive noise
• 3. a witty remark or joke

Using cracks: Examples

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

• Example

  The vase had cracks all over it.

• Example

  The ice on the lake made cracking sounds as it thawed.

• Example

  He always has a good crack about everything.

• Example

  The whip cracked loudly in the air.

cracks Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cracks

• breaks
• snaps
• bangs
• fissures
• crevices
• splinters
• bursts
• jokes
• witticisms

Phrases with cracks

• paper over the cracks

  to conceal problems or difficulties without addressing them properly

  Example

  The company tried to paper over the cracks by announcing a new product launch, but the underlying financial issues remained.

• crack of dawn

  very early in the morning, at or just before sunrise

  Example

  We had to wake up at the crack of dawn to catch the first train.

• crack someone up

  to make someone laugh

  Example

  Her jokes always crack me up.

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Summary: cracks in Brief

The term 'cracks' [kræks] refers to narrow openings or fissures in a material, sudden sharp noises, and witty remarks or jokes. Examples include 'The vase had cracks all over it,' 'The whip cracked loudly in the air,' and 'He always has a good crack about everything.' Phrases like 'paper over the cracks' denote concealing problems, while 'crack of dawn' means very early in the morning. 'Crack someone up' means to make someone laugh.