crunch factor

English

Noun

crunch factor (countable and uncountable, plural crunch factors)

1. (Food science) The degree of crispness or audible crunch produced when biting into a food, often associated with freshness, texture satisfaction, and sensory appeal.
2. A measurement of lateral flexion and axial rotational velocity of the lumbar spine, used in certain sports, especially golf, to determine the risk of lower back injury.