verb
scrunch
Scrunch (verb) means to crumple and squeeze to make more compact.
verb
1
To crumple and squeeze to make more compact.
2
To contract the muscles of one's face so as to draw their facial features together, out of pain, discomfort, uncertainty, etc.
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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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What is the meaning of scrunch?
"scrunch" (verb) means to crumple and squeeze to make more compact.
What are the different meanings of scrunch?
"scrunch" has 2 main meanings: 1. To crumple and squeeze to make more compact; 2. To contract the muscles of one's face so as to draw their facial features together, out of pain, discomfort, uncertainty, etc.