crunchy

American  

[kruhn-chee] / ˈkrʌn tʃi /

adjective

crunchier, crunchiest

1. crisp; brittle.

2. Slang. crunchy-granola.

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Other Word Forms

• crunchily adverb
• crunchiness noun

Etymology

Origin of crunchy

First recorded in 1890–95; crunch + -y ¹

Example Sentences

We started with a Japanese Wagyu tostada, all contrast: crunchy, rich, and deeply satisfying.

From Salon

A huge shipment of Nestle's crunchy KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europe, the brand said, warning that the heist risked causing shortages in stores right before Easter.

From Barron's

Outside, a guard’s footsteps sounded on the crunchy gravel walk.

From Literature

Morning comes crunchy, which is what Finns call a very cold day.

From Salon

The conversation turned into a debate about crunchy versus soggy bacon, but I was too preoccupied with replaying that paper dissolving right in front of my eyes to contribute.

From Literature