Definitions

1. verb

to break or fall apart into small pieces, especially because of age, weakness, or external force

“The old cake crumbled when I tried to cut it.”

2. noun

a small piece of food that has broken off or crumbled

“The crumble on her shirt was evidence of her afternoon snack.”

3. noun

a type of dessert consisting of a mixture of fruit and sugar topped with a crumbly mixture

“Apple crumble is a popular dessert during the winter season.”

4. verb

to become or cause something to become weak or unstable

“The new policy will crumble under the weight of opposition from the public.”

5. noun

a geological term for a type of rock formation

“The geologist studied the crumble formation in the ancient landscape.”