August 13, 2026

Crepitation

noun

Definition

A crackling or rattling sound. In medicine it refers to a crackling sound in the lungs; in other contexts it evokes fire, frost, or leaves underfoot.

Example Sentence

“They sat by the fire and listened to the crepitation of the burning logs.”

Etymology

From Latin crepitare (to crackle), a frequentative of crepare (to crack).

Scrabble Score

C3R1E1P3I1T1A1T1I1O1N1

CREPITATION scores 15 points in Scrabble.

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