Meaning & Definition of word "Crane"

Crane

/kreɪn/

noun:

  • 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.

verb:

  • 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.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

crane one's neck:

To stretch one's neck to see something.

crane up:

To lift something upwards using a crane.

Related Words

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.

Slang Meanings of crane

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.