What does crimper mean?
Crimper means A small climbing hold that can only be held with the tips of a person's fingers..
Crimper
/ˈkɹɪmpɚ/ · noun
Meaning
A small climbing hold that can only be held with the tips of a person's fingers..
Definitions by Sense
- A small climbing hold that can only be held with the tips of a person's fingers.
- A person who crimps when climbing.
- (chiefly British) A hairdresser.
- A device for giving hair a wavy appearance.
- Someone who adds pleats to fabric for clothes, drapery, etc.
- A tool used to crimp, to join two pieces of metal.
- An instrument for crimping or ruffling pastry when making a pie.
- A curved board or frame over which the upper of a boot or shoe is stretched to the required shape.
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Synonyms for crimper
Antonyms for crimper
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Word Forms
- crimpers
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for crimper?
Common synonyms include crimping tool, crimping pliers, crimp.
What is the opposite of crimper?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use crimper in a sentence?
Use crimper where its definition matches the intended context.
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