Crunch

usgb/krʌntʃ/
noun

The noise something makes when it is crushed or ground.

I love the crunch of leaves under my shoes in the autumn.
Visual representation of "crunch" - The noise something makes when it is crushed or ground

Often appears as...

  • crunch of leaves
  • crunch of snow
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Visual representation of "crunch"
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Sensory Imagery

Use 'crunch' to vividly describe the sound of something being crushed, enhancing the sensory experience.

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Walking through the woods, the crunch of dry twigs created an eerie atmosphere.
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Onomatopoeic Word

'Crunch' mimics the sound it describes, helping readers or listeners imagine the noise.

Illustration for Onomatopoeic Word
The satisfying crunch of fresh snow compacting underfoot marked our winter hike.
Visual representation of the word "Crunch"

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