Crooked

/ˈkrʊkɪd/ adjective

Definition

Something that is not straight but bends or goes in a zigzag way.

Etymology

This word comes from an old word meaning 'bent like a hook' - you can see the word 'crook' inside it!

Kelly Says

Crooked means not straight, like when you draw a wiggly line instead of a straight one! A crooked smile is cute, and a crooked path winds around like a snake!

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