Meaning & Definition of word "Crane"

Crane

/kreɪn/

1. A large, tall machine used for moving heavy objects by suspending them from a projecting arm or beam.
- Example: The construction site was bustling with activity, as a crane lifted steel beams into place.
2. A wading bird of the family Gruidae, known for its long legs and neck.
- Example: A flock of cranes flew gracefully across the sunset sky.

1. To stretch the neck in order to see better.
- Example: He craned his neck to catch a glimpse of the parade.
2. To lift with a crane.
- Example: They craned the heavy machinery onto the flatbed truck.

●From Old English 'cran', related to the Latin 'grus'.

crane one's neck:

To stretch one's neck to see something.

crane up:

To lift something upwards using a crane.

hoist:

To lift or raise something.

bird:

A member of the class Aves, characterized by feathers and wings.

wader:

A type of bird that wades in water, like cranes.

Meaning: To crane one's neck

● Example Sentence: He craned his neck to get a better look at the parade.

Meaning: Crane game

● Example Sentence: We played the crane game at the arcade and won a stuffed toy.