Scrunch/skrʌntʃ/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Visual Imagery Use 'scrunch' to evoke a strong visual of compressing something, often with hands. He scrunched his face in concentration. Pro Tip 2/3Auditory Imagery 'Scrunch' suggests a noise associated with the action, useful for vivid descriptions. She scrunched through the autumn leaves. Pro Tip 3/3Temporary Deformation 'Scrunch' is often temporary, the object may return to its original shape after. He scrunched up the napkin, then let it unfold.