cranny
4 synonyms for cranny, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small, narrow gap or opening, such as a crack in a wall.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use cranny
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
nooks and crannies
every cranny
Etymology
From Middle English crany, likely from Old French cran ("notch"), of uncertain deeper origin.
Full origin of cranny →Frequently asked questions
What does “cranny” mean?
The word “cranny” means a small, narrow gap or opening, such as a crack in a wall. In plain terms, a tiny crack or gap, almost always used in the phrase "nooks and crannies".
How do you pronounce “cranny”?
“Cranny” is pronounced KRA-nee (/ˈkɹæni/ in IPA).
How do you use “cranny” in a sentence?
Here is “cranny” used in a sentence: “Spiders love hiding in every nook and cranny of the old house.”
What part of speech is “cranny”?
“Cranny” is a noun.
Where does the word “cranny” come from?
The word “cranny” comes from Old French. From Middle English crany, likely from Old French cran ("notch"), of uncertain deeper origin.
Related words
any nook or cranny
every nook and cranny
nook and cranny
nook or cranny
