Crisp
(adjective)
- Firm and brittle, as in the texture of certain foods.
- Pleasantly firm and fresh, as in the texture of certain fruits and vegetables.
- Brisk and lively, as in the weather or a sound.
Origin:
From middle english crispe, from old english crisp ("curled, curled up, crisp"), from proto-germanic *kruspaz ("curled, curled up"), from proto-indo-european *gers- ("to cur.l")
Examples:
- The apples were crisp and juicy.
- The leaves crunched underfoot, crisp from the frost.
- The air was crisp and invigorating.
- The bacon was crispy and delicious.
- The sound of the guitar was crisp and clear.