crisper

noun

crisp·​er ˈkri-spər How to pronounce crisper (audio)
: one that crisps
specifically : a closed container in a refrigerator intended to prevent loss of moisture from fresh produce

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Each basket also has a crisper rack, offering the potential of putting together a four-component meal. Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 6 Feb. 2025 To maximize its fresh lifespan, keep corn in its husk, and store it in your refrigerator’s crisper drawer (set to 35° to 40°F) for up to 1 week. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2025 Even underperforming managers will sound better, deliver crisper feedback and run smoother check-ins. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025 The crispers are more advanced, helping keep your veggies and fruit fresh for longer. Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crisper

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crisper was in 1835

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“Crisper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crisper. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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