crunchier; crunchiest
: making a crunching sound when chewed or pressed
crunchy lettuce

Examples of crunchy in a Sentence

These cookies are very crunchy.
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Caviar service pairs with a pack of crunchy Bugles, and the oeufs’ tin recalls classic rock album covers. USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2025 Add a sprinkle of crunchy seasoned pistachios to your yogurt and berry parfait. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 13 Feb. 2025 Thoughtfully composed with nutritious ingredients, vibrant dressings and crunchy garnishes, salad can do some amazing things at mealtime. Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 12 Feb. 2025 Best of all, using an air fryer results in shrimp that are light and crunchy, without being greasy. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for crunchy 

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of crunchy was in 1913

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“Crunchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crunchy. Accessed 17 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

crunchier; crunchiest
: making a crunching sound (as when bitten or chewed)

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