Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crack

verb / noun
/kræk/
Definition
To break or cause to break without a complete separation of parts.
Examples
  • The ice began to crack under our weight.
  • She noticed a crack in the wall that needed to be fixed.
  • He tried to crack the code without any guidance.
Meaning
A crack is a thin space or opening in something, often caused by pressure or force.
Synonyms
  • break
  • fracture
  • split
  • shatter