\ ˈkräŋk, ˈkrȯŋk \
plural -s
Definition of cronk
(Entry 1 of 3)
: a hoarse croak (as of a raven) or honk (as of a wild goose)
cronk
intransitive verb
\ " \
-ed/-ing/-s
Definition of cronk (Entry 2 of 3)
: to make a croaking or honking noise
the wild-goose wedge … cronks harsh— W. P. Johnston
cronk
adjective
\ " \
Definition of cronk (Entry 3 of 3)
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“Cronk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cronk. Accessed 25 Feb. 2021.
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