1. a critical hit in a video game or tabletop role-playing game that deals extra damage
Usage: informal; gaming
2. a critical review or critique, especially of a creative work
Usage: informal; shortened form

Examples

• The archer landed a crit on the boss and dealt massive damage.
• I got three crits in a row and won the battle easily.
• The film received a harsh crit from the major newspapers.
• She wrote a thoughtful crit of the new novel for the magazine.
• In D&D, rolling a 20 guarantees a crit.
• The game's crit chance increases with higher dexterity stats.