Definitions

1. verb

to become or make something wrinkled or creased, especially by being crushed or folded

“The traveler’s clothes began to crumple from the long bus ride.”

2. noun

a wrinkle or crease, especially one caused by folding or crushing

“The crumple in her skirt caught her eye.”

3. verb

to collapse or fall in on oneself, typically after being hit or damaged

“The cardboard box crumpled under the weight of the heavy load.”