Definition

A container in a refrigerator designed to keep fruits and vegetables fresh by controlling moisture levels.

Example

I put the lettuce in the crisper to keep it fresh for longer.

Conversation

Have you checked if the vegetables are still fresh in the crisper?

I haven't looked yet, but I hope they are okay.

Last time, they were starting to wilt a bit, so we should keep an eye on the crisper.

Good idea! Let's make sure to use them before they go bad.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crisper → The word 'crisper' is derived from 'crisp' (from Middle English 'crisp', meaning curled or wavy) and the suffix '-er' (meaning one who or that which). The term 'crisper' refers to something that is more crisp or has a greater quality of being crisp.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'more curled or wavy' ('crisp') — the '-er' indicates it has a greater quality, so a crisper is something that is more crisp.

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