Crimp

English Meaning

To fold or plait in regular undulation in such a way that the material will retain the shape intended; to give a wavy appearance to; as, to crimp the border of a cap; to crimp a ruffle. Cf. Crisp.

1. To press or pinch into small regular folds or ridges: crimp a pie crust.
2. To bend or mold (leather) into shape.
3. To cause (hair) to form tight curls or waves.
4. To have a hampering or obstructive effect on: Supplies of foreign oil were crimped by the embargo.
5. The act of crimping.
6. Something made by or as if by crimping, as:
7. Hair that has been tightly curled or waved.
8. A series of curls, as of wool fibers.
9. A crease or bend.
10. An obstructing or hampering agent or force: Rising interest rates put a crimp in new home construction.
11. A person who tricks or coerces others into service as sailors or soldiers.
12. To procure (sailors or soldiers) by trickery or coercion.