cranny

noun
UK: /ˈkræni/
US: /ˈkræni/

  1. A small, narrow opening or space in a wall, rock, or other structure.

    1. Dust bunnies gathered in every cranny.
    2. The wind whistled through each cranny and crevice in the old house.

  2. A secret or secluded place.

    1. He explored every cranny of the old castle.
    2. The cat loves to hide in a dark cranny behind the sofa.

Synonyms

nook crevice corner recess hole opening

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cranny" in English means: A small, narrow opening or space in a wall, rock, or other structure., A secret or secluded place..

The phonetic transcription of "cranny" is /ˈkræni/ in British English and /ˈkræni/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cranny": nook, crevice, corner, recess, hole, opening.

Example usage of "cranny": "Dust bunnies gathered in every cranny.". More examples on the page.