Crumbly

usgb/ˈkrʌmbli/
adjective

Easily breaking into small pieces or crumbs.

The cake was dry and crumbly.
Visual representation of "crumbly" - Easily breaking into small pieces or crumbs.

Often appears as...

  • crumbly cheese
  • crumbly texture
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Texture Quality

Describes how something feels that easily breaks apart when touched.

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The fresh bread was surprisingly crumbly.
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Not Chewy

Use 'crumbly' when food isn't elastic or stretchy in your mouth.

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This cheese is quite crumbly, unlike mozzarella.
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Dryness Implication

Often implies that the item is dry, which may or may not be desired.

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The crumbly cookie fell apart in my hands.
Visual representation of the word "Crumbly"

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