adjective
General Slang
Crackin
/ˈkrakɪn/ · adjective · slang
Excellent or first-rate — and as 'get crackin'', to get started.
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Definitions
1
Excellent, brilliant, or top quality.
“That was a crackin' game, end to end.”
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2
Of weather, lovely and bright.
“It's a crackin' day, let's get out.”
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3
In 'get crackin'', to get going or start something quickly.
“Loads to do, let's get crackin'.”
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Crackin In A Sentence
Crackin' night, cheers for sorting it.
She's a crackin' cook, you'll be well fed.
Right, enough chat — get crackin'.
Origin & Usage
From 'cracking' (first-rate, going at pace). Long-standing across Britain, especially the north and Scotland for everyday praise. 'Get cracking' shares the 'move fast' sense.
People Also Ask
What does 'crackin' mean?
It means excellent or first-rate. 'A crackin' night' is a great night out.
What does 'get crackin'' mean?
It means get started or get a move on — like 'let's get going'.
Is 'crackin' northern slang?
It's used across Britain but especially common in the north and Scotland as everyday praise.
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