Crunchy: meaning, definitions and examples

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crunchy

[ ˈkrʌntʃi ]

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food texture

Having a texture that is crisp and firm, often making a crackling or crunching sound when bitten or chewed.

Synonyms

brittle, crackling, crisp

Examples of usage

The crunchy granola bar was a perfect snack for the hiking trip.
She enjoyed the crunchy texture of the freshly baked bread.
I love the crunchy sound when I bite into a crispy apple.

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informal

Cool, trendy, or edgy in a way that is appealing or exciting.

Synonyms

appealing, cool, edgy, trendy

Examples of usage

She has a crunchy style with her vintage clothing and unique accessories.
The band's music has a crunchy vibe that resonates with younger audiences.

Translations

Translations of the word "crunchy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 crocante

🇮🇳 कुरकुरा

🇩🇪 knusprig

🇮🇩 renyah

🇺🇦 хрусткий

🇵🇱 chrupiący

🇯🇵 カリカリ

🇫🇷 croquant

🇪🇸 crujiente

🇹🇷 çıtır

🇰🇷 바삭바삭한

🇸🇦 مقرمش

🇨🇿 křupavý

🇸🇰 chrumkavý

🇨🇳 酥脆

🇸🇮 hrustljav

🇮🇸 stökkt

🇰🇿 қытырлақ

🇬🇪 ხრაშუნა

🇦🇿 xırtıldayan

🇲🇽 crujiente

Word origin

The word 'crunchy' originated from the Middle English word 'crouchen,' meaning to crush or break into small pieces. It evolved over time to describe the texture of food that is crisp and firm. In modern usage, 'crunchy' is also used informally to describe something trendy or cool, reflecting its versatility in English language.

See also: crunch, cruncher, crunchiness, crunching.