English · Food & Drink
crunchy
/ˈkrʌntʃi/
[/ˈkrʌntʃi/]
hard and noisy when bitten
Beginneradjective
Definition
Firm and making a sharp noise when bitten or crushed. It often describes fresh vegetables, nuts, or crisp snacks.
Example
I love the crunchy texture of fresh apples.
I love the crunchy texture of fresh apples.
Etymology
From 'crunch', of imitative origin, plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
A common food-texture word in cooking and food reviews.