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crepe (s) (noun), crepes (pl)
1. A thin pancake in which to wrap savoury or sweet foods: Betty enjoyed a crepe with aromatic herbs for lunch, which was often filled with grated pear and cheese and slightly grilled to melt the cheese.
2. A soft, wrinkly surfaced sole of a shoe, often used to prevent slipping when walking: The bottoms of Greg's shoes were made of crepe which gave him assurance against falling.
3. A woven fabric with an uneven surface: Years ago, many people wore a band of crepe on their arms to indicate that they were in mourning for the death of a close friend or family member.
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