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NOOKS AND CRANNIES meaning: 1. small spaces in something or parts of something that are difficult to reach: 2. the parts of…. Learn more.
Let’s define the two words. A nook is a small, secluded corner or recess, often used for a specific purpose such as reading or relaxing. A cranny, on the other hand, is a narrow opening or crevice, usually found in a surface or between two objects. While both words refer to small spaces, they have distinct differences in their meanings and usage.
plural crannies. Britannica Dictionary definition of CRANNY. [count] : a small opening or space. We saw strange, colorful creatures in the crannies of the reef while scuba diving. We explored every cranny of the old castle. — sometimes used figuratively. The book explores every cranny of her life. — see also every nook and cranny at nook.
CRANNY翻译：裂缝，缝隙。了解更多。 I do not get involved in that sloppy consensus, but they are supposed to be looking into every nook and cranny.
cranny, adj. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary
cranny. From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English Related topics: Nature cran‧ny /ˈkræni/ noun (plural crannies) [ countable] a small narrow hole in a wall or rock The toad hid itself in a cranny in the wall. → nook and cranny Examples from the Corpus cranny • The eccentric shape of the room made a cranny, and here he could create ...
The individual words nook and cranny have been part of the English language since the 14th century. But they started being used together in the phrase nook and cranny in the late 17th century. Both words have a similar meaning, referring to a small, secluded or hidden place. When used together, they emphasize the concept of thoroughness or ...
