crunchier; crunchiest
: making a crunching sound when chewed or pressed
crunchy lettuce
crunchily adverb
crunchiness noun

Examples of crunchy in a Sentence

These cookies are very crunchy.
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Unlike the sea salt sprays of the past that left hair crunchy and stiff, this one is packed with aloe vera and glycerin to hydrate and soften strands. Ariel Wodarcyk, Glamour, 26 June 2025 The waterless, weightless spray lays smooth on the hair but provides a strong hold without making strands look crunchy. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2025 Serves 4 to 6. Crisp, crunchy and best served cold, this salad makes a satisfying vegetarian dinner or hearty side dish. Beth Dooley, Boston Herald, 25 June 2025 Prioritize texture and flavor: Mix crisp, crunchy, and creamy low-calorie foods into your meals and snacks to keep things interesting and enjoyable for your taste buds. Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for crunchy

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 30 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

crunchy

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

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