cranny

noun

cran·​ny ˈkra-nē 

plural crannies

1

: a small break or slit : crevice

2

: an obscure nook or corner

crannied

ˈkra-nēd 

adjective

Synonyms of cranny

• crevice
• fissure

Examples of cranny in a Sentence

We saw strange, colorful creatures in the crannies of the reef while scuba diving.

We explored every cranny of the old castle.

Recent Examples on the Web

Smashing the cucumbers creates nooks and crannies to soak up the dressing, so every bite is extra flavorful. —Molly Baz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026

City and fire officials have long complained that the existing network of 50 fire stations is inadequate geographically to access some small nooks and crannies in a city with many canyons and other topographic challenges. —David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026

In addition, the stair tool and combination tool help get into all the nooks and crannies of your house for top-to-bottom cleaning. —Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026

Multiple seating and dining areas are found scattered among the tropical landscaping, taking advantage of all the little nooks and crannies on the grounds. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English crany, from Middle French cren, cran notch

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing cranny

• every nook and cranny

Rhymes for cranny

• canny
• fanny
• grannie
• granny
• nannie
• nanny
• tympani
• uncanny

Kids Definition

cranny

noun

cran·​ny ˈkran-ē 

plural crannies

: a small break or slit (as in a cliff)