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- [krep-i-teyt]
- /ˈkrɛp ɪˌteɪt/
- /ˌkre.pɪ.ˈteɪʃ.n̩/
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- [krep-i-teyt]
- /ˈkrɛp ɪˌteɪt/
Definitions of crepitation word
- noun crepitation the act of crepitating 3
- noun crepitation the sudden expulsion of an acrid fluid by some beetles as a means of self-defence 3
- verb without object crepitation to make a crackling sound; crackle. 1
- noun crepitation A crackling or rattling sound. 1
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Origin of crepitation
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Latin crepitātus, past participle of crepitāre to rattle, rustle, chatter, frequentative of crepāre; see -ate1
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Parts of speech for Crepitation
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crepitation popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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crepitation usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for crepitation
noun crepitation
- sound — The, a strait between SW Sweden and Zealand, connecting the Kattegat and the Baltic. 87 miles (140 km) long; 3–30 miles (5–48 km) wide.
- noise — sound, especially of a loud, harsh, or confused kind: deafening noises.
- patter — to talk glibly or rapidly, especially with little regard to meaning; chatter.
- rustling — to make a succession of slight, soft sounds, as of parts rubbing gently one on another, as leaves, silks, or papers.
- crackle — If something crackles, it makes a rapid series of short, harsh noises.
Antonyms for crepitation
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