crimp
Third Person
crimps
Present Participle
crimping
Past Tense
crimped
Past Participle
crimped
1
to make tight curls in someone's hair using a hair iron
transitive
- The stylist crimped her hair to add texture and volume for a retro-inspired look.
- She crimped her hair before the party to achieve a unique and playful hairstyle.
- She decided to crimp her hair for a '80s-themed costume party, embracing the retro style.
- The actress's hair was beautifully crimped for the red carpet event, adding a touch of glamour to her look.
- After straightening her hair, she crimped specific sections to give it a more textured and dynamic style.
2
to create small folds or ridges in something by pinching or pressing it together
transitive
- She had to crimp the edges of the pie crust for a decorative finish.
- The baker used a fork to crimp the edges of the pastry, sealing the contents.
- To secure the connection, he crimped the metal wires together using a specialized tool.
- In metalworking, artisans often crimp sheets of metal to create intricate patterns.
- The craftsperson carefully crimped the fabric to add detail to the clothing design.
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