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crunchy

adjective \ˈkrən-chē\

: having a hard texture and making a loud sound when chewed or crushed : not soft or mushy

crunch·i·ercrunch·i·est

Full Definition of CRUNCHY

: making a crunching sound when chewed or pressed <crunchy lettuce>

— crunch·i·ly \-chə-lē\ adverb

— crunch·i·ness \-chē-nəs\ noun

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CRUNCHY Defined for Kids

adjective \ˈkrən-chē\

crunch·i·ercrunch·i·est

: being firm and making a sharp sound when chewed or crushed

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