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crackle

1 of 3noun
/ˈkrækəl/
Forms:crackles
1

the sharp, popping sound produced by the rapid expansion or combustion of materials, often associated with fire or heating

  • The crackle of the bonfire added to the atmosphere of the summer night.
  • She enjoyed the soothing crackle of the fireplace on cold winter evenings.
  • The crackle of the fireworks lit up the sky on New Year's Eve.
  • The crackle of static on the old radio made it hard to hear the music.
  • They were startled by the crackle of dry leaves under their feet in the forest.
2

glazed china with a network of fine cracks on the surface