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

• 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

Decorating the nooks and crannies, ceramic plates and vases are custom creations from the nearby town of Grottaglie. —Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025

Getting into the nooks and crannies is the only way to completely eliminate them for good—this is where shaving cream comes in. —Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025

Effective for mouths with dental work: Water flossers can reach all hard-to-reach nooks and crannies between teeth without disturbing existing dental work, such as orthodontics or a dental bridge. —Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 21 Aug. 2025

Amidst the nooks and crannies of the 25 acre space, campers glimpse pieces of history everywhere; much of which has been restored to its former glory. —Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025

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)