Crane
Pronunciation: /ˈkreɪn/
Crane (noun)
- A tall machine used for lifting heavy things, often at construction sites.
- A large bird with long legs and neck, often found near water.
Examples
- The crane lifted the heavy beams into place.
- A crane is essential for constructing tall buildings.
Common collocations: operate a crane, tower crane, crane operator, migratory crane, crane habitat
Crane (verb)
- To stretch your neck to see something better.
Examples
- She craned her neck to see over the crowd.
- He craned to get a better view of the stage.