Meaning & Definition of word "Crate"

Crate

/kreɪt/

1. A large container for transporting or storing goods, typically made of wood, plastic, or metal.
- Example: The workers loaded the crates onto the truck for delivery.
2. A structure made of slats or bars for holding or enclosing something, such as an animal.
- Example: The puppy was placed in a crate for the night to keep it safe.
3. A box-like structure used for packing, usually with an open top and slatted sides.
- Example: She found an old wooden crate in the attic and decided to turn it into a coffee table.

1. To put something into a crate for transport or storage.
- Example: We need to crate the supplies properly before shipping them.
2. To confine an animal in a crate.
- Example: The vet recommended that we crate our dog during the long car ride.

Middle English, from Old French 'crate', from Latin 'cratia' meaning a box.

crate expectations:

To set high expectations that may not be met.

crate training:

A method of house training a dog using a crate.

boxing:

The act of placing items in a box or crate for storage or transport.

packaging:

The process of designing and producing containers for items.

Meaning: To perform poorly or fail dramatically.

Example Sentence: He really crated the exam, I can't believe he didn't study.

Meaning: To ruin something or make it unusable.

Example Sentence: She crated the car when she crashed it.