01 n. The making of small, sharp cracks or reports, frequently repeated.
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The making of small, sharp cracks or reports, frequently repeated.“As the crackling of thorns under a pot, so is the laughter of the fool.” — Eccl. vii. 6.
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The well-browned, crisp rind of roasted pork.“For the first time in his life he tested crackling.” — Lamb.
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Food for dogs, made from the refuse of tallow melting.