Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crackling
noun
/ˈkraklɪŋ/
Definition
A sharp, snapping sound often produced by the breaking or burning of material.
Examples
- The crackling of the fire kept us warm throughout the night.
- She enjoyed the crackling sound of bacon cooking in the pan.
- There was a crackling noise from the speaker before the music started.
Meaning
The act of creating or producing a series of sharp, short noises, frequently associated with the sound of fire or frying food.
Synonyms
- snap
- rustle
- pop
- sizzle
- crackle
