crack
Pronunciation
Verb
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
To break something so that a line appears on its surface, without it falling completely apart.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The ice _____ under his weight, but it didn't break through."
Answer: crack
In your own words, what does "crack" mean?
To break something so that a line appears on its surface, without it falling completely apart.
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