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 of cranny

• 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

This cordless hand vacuum tackles messes on furniture, in the car, and all kinds of nooks and crannies thanks to its lightweight, compact design, extra-large dust cup capacity, and accessories like a crevice tool, scrubbing brush, and a self-cleaning pet power brush. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026

In addition, the stair tool and combination tool help get into all the nooks and crannies of your house for top-to-bottom cleaning. — Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 23 June 2026

Explore Harpers Ferry’s History As the National Park Service has preserved most of the centuries-old buildings in Harpers Ferry, the entire town is a historical site in its own right, with countless nooks and crannies to explore. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026

Surfaces and nooks and crannies can all be addressed efficiently and thoroughly with this time-saving tool. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026

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)