crisper

[ kris-per ]

noun

1. a person or thing that crisps, corrugates, or curls.
2. a drawer or compartment in a refrigerator for keeping lettuce, celery, and other vegetables crisp.
3. an ovenlike appliance for restoring the crispness of crackers, cookies, etc., by dry heating.

crisper

/ ˈkrɪspə /

noun

1. a compartment in a refrigerator for storing salads, vegetables, etc, in order to keep them fresh

Word History and Origins

Origin of crisper¹

First recorded in 1825–35; crisp + -er ¹

Example Sentences

One tip: Wash your greens and veggies and store them wet in their bags in the crisper drawer; keep your mushrooms and berries unwashed and dry in their bags until you use them.

From Los Angeles Times

Her writing has never been crisper as she sings:

From Salon

Fresh carrots can last four to five weeks if they are stored in a breathable bag in the crisper drawer.

From Salon

Brick’s extra fat makes crisper bottoms and more tender centers.

From Seattle Times

As the leaves change and the air grows crisper, take inspiration from these designs to craft your own mantel masterpiece that captures the essence of the season in a way that’s uniquely yours.

From Seattle Times