Crannied: meaning, definitions and examples
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crannied
[ ˈkrænɪd ]
descriptive term
Crannied refers to something that is marked with narrow openings or cracks. It is often used to describe surfaces or structures that are not smooth, exhibiting a rough texture with small fissures. This term can also imply weakness or fragility due to these imperfections. It is often applied in artistic or literary contexts to evoke imagery of age or decay.
Synonyms
cleft, cracked, rugged, uneven.
Examples of usage
- The crannied walls of the ancient castle told tales of time.
- Her crannied hands showed signs of years of hard work.
- The crannied surface of the rock made it difficult to climb.
Translations
Translations of the word "crannied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fissurado
🇮🇳 दरारदार
🇩🇪 gekrümmt
🇮🇩 retak
🇺🇦 тріщинистий
🇵🇱 pęknięty
🇯🇵 ひびの入った
🇫🇷 fissuré
🇪🇸 agrietado
🇹🇷 çatlak
🇰🇷 균열이 있는
🇸🇦 متصدع
🇨🇿 prasklý
🇸🇰 prasklý
🇨🇳 裂缝的
🇸🇮 razpokan
🇮🇸 sprunginn
🇰🇿 жарылған
🇬🇪 სხვაფეროვანი
🇦🇿 qırıq
🇲🇽 agrietado
Etymology
The word 'crannied' originates from Middle English, derived from the Old English term 'cranian', which means 'to crack or to break'. The use of the word has evolved, and it historically reflects a physical state of being fractured or broken. Its roots can be traced back to Latin 'fissura', which also refers to a split or crack. The term evokes strong visual imagery associated with fragility, often used in poetry and literature to convey deeper meanings about imperfection and the passage of time. In contemporary usage, the term is less common but is still appreciated in specific artistic domains to suggest texture and depth.