cranny

noun

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

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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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Avoid dog cooling collars that have nooks and crannies that can be difficult to keep grass and dirt out of. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 This handheld microfiber duster is designed to fit right into nooks and crannies to pick up dirt rather than just move it around. — Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026 These allergens become airborne and make their way into the nooks and crannies of your home. — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 2 July 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 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

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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 7 Jul. 2026.

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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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