friable

the soil was friable between her fingers.

The cookies were so friable that they crumbled at the slightest touch.

The old books in the library were friable and falling apart.

The ancient pottery was friable due to its age.

The dry soil in the garden was friable and easily crumbled.

The delicate meringue was so friable that it melted in your mouth.

The friable rock crumbled under the weight of the hiker.

The ancient scrolls were so friable that they had to be handled with extreme care.

The friable sandstone cliffs eroded over time.

The friable plaster on the walls was in need of repair.

The friable nature of the material made it unsuitable for heavy-duty use.