crimper/ˈkɹɪmpɚ/EtymologyFrom crimp + -er (agent noun suffix) or, for the climbing hold, + -er (patient suffix).crimper means A small climbing hold that can only be held with the tips of a person's fingers. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 88 out of 100.nounA small climbing hold that can only be held with the tips of a person's fingers.A person who crimps when climbing.A hairdresser.A device for giving hair a wavy appearance.Someone who adds pleats to fabric for clothes, drapery, etc.A tool used to crimp, to join two pieces of metal.