crease
20 synonyms for crease, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A line or fold made by pressing, bending, or wrinkling fabric or paper.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A line or fold made by pressing, bending, or wrinkling fabric or paper.
“He ironed a sharp crease into his trousers.”
How to use crease
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
iron a crease
crease in the fabric
goal crease
Etymology
From an earlier English spelling related to crest, "ridge" — a crease was originally thought of as a small ridge left in folded fabric.
Full origin of crease →Frequently asked questions
What does “crease” mean?
The word “crease” means a line or fold made by pressing, bending, or wrinkling fabric or paper. In plain terms, a fold line in fabric or paper, or (in some sports) a marked zone on the field.
How do you pronounce “crease”?
“Crease” is pronounced krees (/kɹiːs/ in IPA).
How do you use “crease” in a sentence?
Here is “crease” used in a sentence: “He ironed a sharp crease into his trousers.”
What part of speech is “crease”?
Depending on how it is used, “crease” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “crease” a common word?
“Crease” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “crease” have?
“Crease” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a line or fold made by pressing, bending, or wrinkling fabric or paper.
