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Meaning of crane
The primary meaning of the word "crane" refers to a large, tall machine used for moving heavy objects, typically by suspending them from a projecting beam or hoist.
Etymology of crane
The word "crane" originates from the Old English word "cran" or "cron", which referred to the long neck of the bird, and was later applied to machines with a similar shape
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe both the bird and the machine
The machine was initially called a "crane" due to its resemblance to the bird's long neck and beak
Synonyms
Definitions
- A large, tall machine for moving heavy objects, typically by suspending them from a projecting beam or hoist
- A device for lifting and moving heavy loads, typically consisting of a vertical beam or tower and a horizontal beam or jib
- A machine used for constructing buildings, bridges, and other large structures
Usage Examples
- The construction team used a crane to lift the heavy steel beams into place
- The crane operator carefully maneuvered the machine to avoid damaging the surrounding buildings
- The company invested in a new crane to improve their ability to move heavy loads on the construction site
Antonyms
shovel
trowel
rake
broom
mop
dustpan
hand tool
manual labor
unskilled labor
small equipment
lightweight machinery
insignificant device
trivial tool
useless gadget
ineffective machine
unproductive apparatus
small-scale device
limited capacity equipment
low-tech machinery
obsolete device