crumbling
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Meaning
verb
To fall apart; to disintegrate.
“The empire crumbled when the ruler's indiscretions came to light.”
verb
To break into crumbs.
“We crumbled some bread into the water.”
verb
To mix (ingredients such as flour and butter) in such a way as to form crumbs.
“Using your fingers, crumble the ingredients with the fingertips, lifting in an upward motion, until the mixture is sandy and resembles large breadcrumbs.”
noun
Material that has crumbled away; crumbs.