crumble (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkrʌm.bəl/

Definition

Break into small, dry fragments or particles.

Examples

• The old stone wall began to crumble after years of harsh winter weather.

• She used her fingers to crumble the blue cheese over the fresh salad.

• The dry soil started to crumble under the intense heat of the midday sun.

How to Use crumble

crumble into (prepositional phrase)

To break into specific smaller pieces. — "The dry bread crumbled into dust."

crumble away (phrasal verb)

To gradually disappear or lose strength. — "His confidence began to crumble away."

Synonyms of crumble

Words with a similar meaning to crumble:

• break
• crush
• disintegrate
• fragment

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