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creasing

/ˈkɹiːsɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Verb

    The process of folding or wrinkling a material, often to create a decorative effect or to make it more compact.

  • Adjective

    The state or appearance of being creased or folded.


Rhymes
Words rhyming with creasing
pleasing , easing , reasing
Variants
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crease , creased , creaser , creasers , creases , creasing , pre-crease , pre-creased , pre-creases , pre-creasing , precrease , precreased , precreases , precreasing
Etymology
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From Old French 'criser', meaning 'to bend, curve'.


Trivia
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  1. The deepest crease in the human body is the palm of the hand.

  2. Creasing is an essential process in the production of paper, as it allows the paper to be folded and bound into books.


Related Concepts
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  1. Folding: Related concept: Folding is the process of bending a material at a hinge or along a crease. It is a common technique used in various industries, including textiles, paper production, and construction.

  2. Wrinkles: Related concept: Wrinkles are folds or creases in the skin, often caused by aging or sun damage. They can also be caused by creasing fabric or other materials.


Culture
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Creasing is often used in various forms of art, such as origami and paper sculpture, to create intricate and visually appealing designs. It is also used in clothing and textiles to add texture and shape.

How to Memorize "creasing"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize creasing, imagine taking a piece of paper and carefully folding it along a crease, creating a sharp and defined line. Visualize the paper as it bends and wrinkles, forming a crease.

  2. associate

    - To memorize creasing, associate the word with the image of a creased piece of paper or fabric. Imagine the feeling of running your fingers along a crease, and the sound of paper being carefully folded.

  3. mnemonics

    - To memorize creasing, use the mnemonic 'Creases are folds in materials, making them appear old and worn.' This sentence uses the first letter of each word to create an easy-to-remember phrase.


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