Cranny: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ณ๏ธ
cranny
[ หkrรฆni ]
in a wall
A small, narrow opening or crevice, especially in a rock or wall.
Synonyms
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cranny |
Use to describe a small, narrow space or opening in a wall or rock, typically less significant than a crevice or crack.
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crevice |
Use to indicate a narrow opening resulting from a split or crack, often in rocks or other large surfaces, usually deeper and more substantial than a cranny.
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fissure |
Use when talking about a long, narrow opening or line of breakage, especially one made by cracking in the earth or rock, often used in a geological context.
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crack |
Use when referring to a visible, often long and narrow line or break, especially in surfaces like walls, roads, or glass.
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Examples of usage
- Light was filtering through a cranny in the wall.
- I found a spider hiding in a cranny in the old house.
knowledge
A small, insignificant detail or piece of information.
Synonyms
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cranny |
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detail |
The word 'detail' is utilized when talking about a specific part of a whole, often in a thorough or meticulous manner. It is used to emphasize the precision or meticulousness of an observation or description.
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aspect |
The term 'aspect' refers to a particular feature or part of something, especially when considering different perspectives or elements. It is often used to discuss broader concepts or to analyze situations.
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element |
The word 'element' is used to describe a basic or essential part of something larger. It conveys the idea of a fundamental component that contributes to the whole.
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Examples of usage
- She managed to find out every cranny of the mystery.
- The detective examined every cranny of the crime scene.
Translations
Translations of the word "cranny" in other languages:
๐ต๐น fenda
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเคฐเคพเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Spalte
๐ฎ๐ฉ celah
๐บ๐ฆ ััะปะธะฝะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ szczelina
๐ฏ๐ต ้้ (ใใใพ, sukima)
๐ซ๐ท fissure
๐ช๐ธ grieta
๐น๐ท yarฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ํ (teum)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดู
๐จ๐ฟ ลกtฤrbina
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกtrbina
๐จ๐ณ ่ฃ็ผ (liรจfรจng)
๐ธ๐ฎ razpoka
๐ฎ๐ธ sprunga
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐััา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแแ (naprali)
๐ฆ๐ฟ yarฤฑq
๐ฒ๐ฝ grieta
Etymology
The word 'cranny' originated from Middle English 'crani', which came from Old French 'craigne', meaning 'fissure'. It has been used in English since the 15th century. Over time, 'cranny' evolved to represent not only physical crevices but also small details or pieces of information. It has maintained its relevance in both literal and figurative contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,508, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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