crumble

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Pronunciation
/ˈkɹʌmbəl/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A dessert of British origin containing stewed fruit topped with a crumbly mixture of fat, flour, and sugar.

Synonyms
crisp crunch
Example Sentences
  • blackberry and apple crumble
Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To fall apart; to disintegrate.

Example Sentences
  • The empire crumbled when the ruler's indiscretions came to light.
2 Definition

To break into crumbs.

Example Sentences
  • We crumbled some bread into the water.
3 Definition

To mix (ingredients such as flour and butter) in such a way as to form crumbs.

Example Sentences
  • Using your fingers, crumble the ingredients with the fingertips, lifting in an upward motion, until the mixture is sandy and resembles large breadcrumbs.