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crispness

crisp·ness

US/ˈkrɪspnʌs/ uncommon

noun

1.

a pleasing firmness and freshness

  • “crispness of new dollar bills”
  • “crispness of fresh lettuce”
2.

a style of expression that is direct and to the point

  • “the crispness of his reply”
3.

Origin

From crisp + -ness.

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