cranny

noun

cran·​ny ˈkra-nē How to pronounce cranny (audio)
plural crannies
1
: a small break or slit : crevice
2
: an obscure nook or corner
crannied adjective

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.
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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 The vacuum also comes with two attachments, including a crevice tool for all the nooks and crannies. Sarah Madaus, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 This Roomba robot vacuum has racked up nearly 16,000 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers thanks to its convenient set-it-and-forget-it design and strong suction power, and this cordless option from Dyson easily converts to a handheld to better clean small nooks and crannies. Averi Baudler, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cranny 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English crany, from Middle French cren, cran notch

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of cranny was in the 15th century

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“Cranny.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cranny. Accessed 10 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

cranny

noun
cran·​ny ˈkran-ē How to pronounce cranny (audio)
plural crannies
: a small break or slit (as in a cliff)

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