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creases

/ˈkɹiːsɪz/

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noun

A line or mark made by folding or doubling any pliable substance; hence, a similar mark, however produced.

Examples :

"His pants had a nice sharp crease."

appearance material mark

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noun

One of the white lines drawn on the pitch to show different areas of play; especially the popping crease, but also the bowling crease and the return crease.

Examples :

"The batsman nervously tapped his bat, his eyes focused on the bowler as he waited behind the creases. "

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noun

The circle around the goal, where no offensive players can go.

Examples :

"The referee blew the whistle when the player stepped into the creases before the puck did. "

sport area game

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noun

The goal crease; an area in front of each goal.

Examples :

"The goalie protected the net from inside the creases. "

sport area game

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noun

Examples :

"The earthquake left deep creases in the sidewalk, making it dangerous to walk. "

mark appearance

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verb

To make a crease in; to wrinkle.

Examples :

"He carefully creases the paper along the dotted line to make a neat fold. "

appearance action condition

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verb

To undergo creasing; to form wrinkles.

Examples :

"The map creases easily when you fold it along the wrong lines. "

appearance material

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verb

To lightly bloody; to graze.

Examples :

"The bullet just creased his shoulder."

body mark action

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noun

An Indonesian or Malay dagger with a wavy, or rigid serpentine blade.

Examples :

"The antique shop displayed a collection of weapons, including a beautiful creases with an elaborately carved hilt. "

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A Moro sword with an asymmetrical blade.

Examples :

"The museum exhibit displayed several creases alongside other traditional Moro weapons. "

weapon military culture history

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verb

To stab with a kris.

Examples :

"The warrior creased his opponent, ending the duel swiftly. "

weapon military war action