Crunch Definition

crunch
noun
  1. the sound of something crunching; "he heard the crunch of footsteps on the gravel path"
  2. a critical situation that arises because of a shortage (as a shortage of time or money or resources); "an end-of-the year crunch"; "a financial crunch"
  3. the act of crushing
verb
  1. make a crushing noise; "his shoes were crunching on the gravel"
  2. press or grind with a crushing noise
  3. chew noisily; "The children crunched the celery sticks"
  4. reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading; "grind the spices in a mortar"; "mash the garlic"

"Crunch" in song lyrics

See how crunch is used in real songs:

  • "But at lunch acting all retarded eatin Capt'n Crunch"
    Benefit — My Story
  • "Startin the day off right with some Cap'N Crunch"
    Buck 65 — Attack of the Nerds 2001
  • "Soon they gonna crunch"
    Cool Nutz f/ Jiboh, Poppa LQ, Yukmouth — Behind the Scenes

Usage tips for "crunch"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "crunch" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for crunch to find words that pair well.

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