Crumbly
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3
Texture Quality
Describes how something feels that easily breaks apart when touched. The fresh bread was surprisingly crumbly.
Pro Tip 2/3
Not Chewy
Use 'crumbly' when food isn't elastic or stretchy in your mouth. This cheese is quite crumbly, unlike mozzarella.
Pro Tip 3/3
Dryness Implication
Often implies that the item is dry, which may or may not be desired. The crumbly cookie fell apart in my hands.