scrunch
10 synonyms for scrunch, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To press and fold something tightly into a smaller shape.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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Etymology
Attested since about 1800. Probably an intensive form of crunch; ultimately derived from the onomatopoeia of a crumpling sound; or perhaps a blend of squeeze + crunch.
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