Crepe

Pronunciation

• IPA: /kreɪp/, /krÉ›p/

Alternative forms

• crêpe

Origin

From French crêpe, from Latin crispus.

Full definition of crepe

Noun

1. A soft thin light fabric with a crinkled surface.
2. A very thin pancake.
3. crepe paper
4. Rubber in sheets used especially for shoe soles.The policeman wore crepe-soled shoes.''
5. (Ireland) A death notice printed on white card with a background of black crepe paper or cloth, placed on a the door of a residence or business.

Synonyms

• (fabric) crape
• (thin pancake) French pancake
• (rubber) crepe rubber

Anagrams

• CREEP, creep