コリコリ

adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'

crisp; crunchy

Describes a pleasantly firm, crunchy texture, like a good pickle or fresh vegetable.

• この漬つけ物ものはコリコリしていておいしい。

  These pickles are crisp and delicious.

adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'

firm; toned

Used for firm, well-toned muscles, often with a positive nuance.

• 彼かれの腕うではコリコリに鍛きたえられている。

  His arms are toned and firm.

adverb, adverb taking the 'to' particle, noun or participle which takes 'suru'

stiff; knotted

Describes stiffness or knots in muscles, especially shoulders and neck, often from tension or fatigue.

• 肩かたがコリコリに凝こっている。

  My shoulders are stiff and knotted.