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