I. ˈkraŋkəl verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: freq. of crank (II)
transitive verb
obsolete : to break into turns, bends, or angles : crinkle
intransitive verb
archaic : bend , turn , wind , zigzag
II. noun
( -s )
: bend , turn , twist , crinkle
the crankles of a brook