cruse

noun

ˈkrüz  ˈkrüs 

: a small vessel (such as a jar or pot) for holding a liquid (such as water or oil)

Examples of cruse in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For Jews, the Maccabees' story and the legend of the single cruse of oil burning eight days signals the possibility that a dedicated few, inspired by faith in their purpose, can reshape history. — Joshua M. Davidson, CNN, 28 Nov. 2021

Word History

Etymology

Middle English; akin to Old English crūse pitcher

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cruse

• widow's cruse

Rhymes for cruse

• blues
• boos
• booze
• brews
• bruise
• chews
• choose
• chuse
• clews
• clues
• coups
• crews

Kids Definition

cruse

noun

ˈkrüz  ˈkrüs 

: a jar or pot for holding a liquid