Definitions
n. A narrow break in a surface or solid object
裂缝；裂纹
v. Break or cause something to break without completely separating
裂开；使破裂
n. A sudden sharp sound, like something breaking
清脆的爆裂声
Example
There's a thin crack across my favourite blue mug.
我最喜欢的蓝色杯子上有一道细细的裂纹。
Engineers discovered a crack in the bridge during a routine inspection and recommended immediate repairs.
工程师在例行检查中发现桥梁有一道裂缝，并建议立即维修。
Collocations
- a crack in the wall
- crack an egg
- a loud crack
Word family
- cracked (adj.)
- cracking (n.)
Synonyms
- split
Usage tip
crack常指裂而未碎；shatter强调碎成许多片。
FAQ
- What does crack mean?
- A narrow break in a surface or solid object Break or cause something to break without completely separating A sudden sharp sound, like something breaking
- How is crack pronounced?
- UK /kræk/, US /kræk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
