Meaning of the word crumbling in English

What does crumbling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crumbling

US /ˈkrʌm.blɪŋ/
UK /ˈkrʌm.blɪŋ/

Adjective

1.

breaking apart into small fragments or particles

Example:
The old wall was slowly crumbling.
The cookies were so dry they were crumbling in my hands.
2.

failing or disintegrating, especially in a gradual way

Example:
The empire was slowly crumbling under the weight of its own corruption.
Their relationship had been crumbling for months.
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