crack
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A thin and usually jagged space opened in a previously solid material.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
A large crack had formed in the roadway.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A narrow opening.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
A sharply humorous comment; a wisecrack.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “crack” mean?
A thin and usually jagged space opened in a previously solid material.
Is “crack” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.