Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crumbly-texture
Adjective
/ˈkrʌmbli ˈtɛkstʃər/
Definition
Crumbly texture refers to a consistency in materials or foods that breaks apart easily into small pieces or crumbs when handled or compressed.
Examples
- The cake had a delightful crumbly texture that melted in my mouth.
- After cooling, the cookie developed a crumbly texture perfect for dipping in milk.
- She loved the crumbly texture of the cheese, which made it easy to sprinkle over her salad.
Meaning
The adjective ‘crumbly’ describes something that tends to crumble easily into smaller fragments. It is often used to describe baked goods such as cookies or cakes that have a light, dry texture which allows them to fall apart.
Synonyms
- Frangible
- Breakable
- Powdery
- Fissile
- Crusty
