Crutches

Pronunciation: /ˈkrʌtʃ/

Crutches (noun)

  1. a stick with a support for the arm, used to help someone walk.
  2. something that gives comfort or help in difficult times.
  3. the part of a crutch that fits under the arm.

Examples

  • He used a crutch after the accident.
  • The crutch helped her walk more easily.

Common collocations: use a crutch, rely on a crutch, adjust the crutch, emotional crutch, lean on a crutch

Synonyms of Crutches

Neutral

Antonyms of Crutches

  • when discussing support or assistance