Synonyms for Crunch (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (press or grind with a crunching noise):
grind, cranch, craunch
WordNet sense 2 (chew noisily):
munch
WordNet sense 3 (make crunching noises):
crackle, scranch, scraunch
WordNet sense 4 (the act of crushing):
crush, compaction
WordNet sense 5 (reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading):
bray, comminute, mash
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