cracker
5 synonyms for cracker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A thin, crisp, usually savory baked snack.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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.
Full origin of cracker →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.
