Craig (en. Craig)

/kʁɛg/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A masculine first name of Scottish origin.
Craig is a popular first name in Scotland.
Craig est un prénom populaire en Écosse.
A surname of Scottish origin.
The Craig family lives in the Highlands.
La famille Craig vit dans le Highlands.

Etymology

The word 'craig' comes from the Scottish Gaelic 'creag', meaning 'rock' or 'cliff'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sea craig
Breeze or breath of the sea.
craig de la mer
stream craig
Refers to a small torrent or a waterfall.
craig ruisseau
snow craig
Snow found at the summit of a mountain.
craig neige

Related Words

map
A document or drawing representing a region.
carte
hollow
An empty space or cavity in a solid object.
creux
ridge
The upper part of a mountain or cliff.
crête

Slang Meanings

A close friend.
He is my craig, I can trust him with all my secrets.
Il est mon craig, je peux lui confier tous mes secrets.
A relaxed or cool person.
This guy is really a craig, he always knows how to have fun.
Ce gars est vraiment un craig, il sait toujours s'amuser.