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crack·ing
 cracking
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- pronunciation:
- krae
kIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, adverb, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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noun |
| definition: |
the process of breaking down heavier hydrocarbons into lighter ones by heat, pressure, or catalysts, as in distilling petroleum to make gasoline.
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adverb |
| definition: |
unusually; extremely; very.
You did a cracking fine job on this. |
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adjective |
| definition: |
especially well-done.
That comedian gave a cracking performance last night. |
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