crunchy

adjective
UK /ˈkrʌn.tʃi/
US /ˈkrʌn.tʃi/

Crunchy means something makes a loud, crisp sound when you bite or press it.

The apple was so crunchy that everyone could hear me eat it.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Having a rough, dry texture that feels gritty or scratchy.

The crunchy sand stuck to our feet after the beach walk.

3. Describing food with a hard outer layer that breaks easily.

She loves crunchy fried chicken with a golden coating.

4. Informal: relating to a natural, eco-friendly lifestyle.

My aunt is a bit crunchy—she grows her own vegetables and makes her own soap.

5. Making a harsh, grinding noise.

The crunchy sound of boots on gravel echoed down the path.