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Definition of craggy

craggy

/ˈkræɡ.i/
crag · gy
Adverb:craggily
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craggy Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Characterized by steep, rugged, and uneven projecting rocks or cliffs.

Example

"Hikers carefully navigated the narrow trail winding along the craggy coastline."

2

Having rough, angular, or deeply lined facial features that suggest strength and weathering.

Example

"The portrait captured the old fisherman's craggy face and piercing blue eyes."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 14th century from the noun 'crag'—a word of Celtic origin related to Welsh 'craig' and Scottish Gaelic 'creag' meaning a steep, rugged rock—combined with the adjective-forming suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Craggy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/craggy
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