ˈkrækə n. 1 a
paper cylinder both ends of
which are pulled at
Christmas etc.
making a
sharp noise and releasing a
small toy etc. 2 a
firework exploding
with a sharp noise. 3 (usu. in pl.) an
instrument for cracking (nutcrackers). 4 a
thin dry biscuit often eaten with cheese. 5 sl.
Brit. a
notable or
attractive person. 6 US a biscuit. 7 US offens. =
poor White. øcracker-barrel US (of
philosophy etc.)
homespun;
unsophisticated.