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crane

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1crane

noun \ˈkrān\

Definition of CRANE

1
: any of a family (Gruidae of the order Gruiformes) of tall wading birds superficially resembling the herons but structurally more nearly related to the rails
2
: any of several herons
3
: an often horizontal projection swinging about a vertical axis: as a : a machine for raising, shifting, and lowering heavy weights by means of a projecting swinging arm or with the hoisting apparatus supported on an overhead track b : an iron arm in a fireplace for supporting kettles c : a boom for holding a motion-picture or television camera

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Origin of CRANE

Middle English cran, from Old English; akin to Old High German krano crane, Greek geranos, Latin grus
First Known Use: before 12th century

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