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

• check
• chink
• cleft
• crack
• crevice
• fissure
• rift
• split

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

Some might enjoy sifting through the nooks and crannies for every discovery, others might want to race through to experience the game without all the bloat. —Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024

This fish lives in nooks and crannies in the deep sea coral reefs of the Maldives, a region known as the mesophotic zone. —Grrlscientist, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024

Opt for 1-part vinegar and 2-part water to clean using a bottle brush to reach all the nooks and crannies. —Lauren David, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024

So whether spreading bird seeds, building bat boxes or sharing a couple nooks and crannies of your home with a dormant bat or two, there are plenty of opportunities for Hoosiers to lend a helping hand this winter. —Karl Schneider, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Dec. 2024

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

Kids Definition

cranny

noun

cran·​ny ˈkran-ē 

plural crannies

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