Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crannies

noun
/ˈkræniz/
Definition
Small, narrow openings or spaces, often found in walls or rock formations.
Examples
  • The old stone wall had many crannies where small animals could hide.
  • Dust and dirt often collect in the crannies of furniture.
  • During the hike, we noticed crannies filled with colorful moss.
Meaning
Crannies refer to tiny, hidden gaps or crevices that can be difficult to see or access.
Synonyms
  • crevices
  • gaps
  • nooks
  • fissures
  • chinks