crackling
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for crackling, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The crisp, crunchy rind left on roast pork after cooking.
Synonyms
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How to use crackling
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Formed from crackle plus the ending "-ing", describing the ongoing sound or the crisped skin.
Full origin of crackling →Frequently asked questions
What does “crackling” mean?
The word “crackling” means the crisp, crunchy rind left on roast pork after cooking. In plain terms, either the crunchy skin on roast pork, or a repeated series of small popping sounds.
How do you pronounce “crackling”?
“Crackling” is pronounced KRAK-lihng (/ˈkɹæk(ə)lɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “crackling” in a sentence?
Here is “crackling” used in a sentence: “Everyone fought over the last piece of crackling on the Sunday roast.”
What is another word for “crackling”?
Words with a similar meaning to “crackling” include cracklin(s).
What part of speech is “crackling”?
“Crackling” is a noun.
How many meanings does “crackling” have?
“Crackling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the crisp, crunchy rind left on roast pork after cooking.