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

The in-game map also purposefully obscures some of the game's secret nooks and crannies, which can only be found with careful observation (or a handy walkthrough). —ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025

Ultimately, the writers, directors, crew, and cast push the plot to a point where monsters and humans are playing a deadly game of hide-and-seek in places with lots of nooks and crannies. —Noel Murray, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2025

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

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)