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cracker

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Noun — A thin, crisp, usually savory baked snack.

How to use cracker

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

saltine cracker Christmas cracker graham cracker

The ethnic-slang sense is considered offensive by many and should be used carefully, if at all.

Etymology

From "crack," referring to the sharp snapping sound — the biscuit sense is first recorded in the 1700s; the ethnic slang sense has several competing theories, including a link to whip-cracking cattle drivers in the South.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cracker” mean?

The word “cracker” means a thin, crisp, usually savory baked snack. In plain terms, a crisp baked snack, a Christmas party favor, a firecracker, or (as offensive slang) a term for a white person.

How do you pronounce “cracker”?

“Cracker” is pronounced KRA-kuh (/ˈkɹækə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “cracker” in a sentence?

Here is “cracker” used in a sentence: “She spread cheese on a cracker for the party tray.”

What part of speech is “cracker”?

“Cracker” is a noun.

Where does the word “cracker” come from?

The word “cracker” dates back to around 1700.

Is “cracker” a common word?

“Cracker” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “cracker” have?

“Cracker” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a thin, crisp, usually savory baked snack.

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