cranny

[ˈkræni]

cranny Definition

a small, narrow opening or crack in something.

Using cranny: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cranny" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The mouse squeezed through a cranny in the wall.

  • Example

    She searched every cranny of the room for her lost earring.

  • Example

    Light was coming in through a cranny in the curtains.

cranny Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cranny

Phrases with cranny

  • everywhere; in every possible place

    Example

    We searched in every nook and cranny for the missing keys.

  • someone who searches for hidden or secret things

    Example

    He's a cranny hunter, always looking for the best deals and discounts.

  • cranny-crawling

    moving or crawling through small spaces or tight spots

    Example

    The soldiers were cranny-crawling through the narrow tunnels to reach the enemy base.

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Summary: cranny in Brief

'Cranny' [ˈkræni] refers to a small, narrow opening or crack in something. It is often used in phrases like 'in every nook and cranny,' meaning everywhere, and 'cranny hunter,' referring to someone who searches for hidden or secret things. 'Cranny' can also be used as an adjective, as in 'cranny-crawling,' meaning moving or crawling through small spaces.