Pronunciation

/kreɪn/

Definitions

Noun

• A type of large, long-necked bird with a long curved bill, found in many parts of the world, known for its ability to lift heavy objects.
• A machine with a long arm and powerful grip, used for lifting and moving heavy loads, especially in construction or ports.
• A tall, slender tower with a crane-like structure used to support antennas or other equipment, often found at communication centers.

Verb

• To operate or move a crane.
• To lift or hoist something using a crane.
• To position oneself or an object with the help of a crane or a similar device.

Adjective

• Referred to a crane (bird).

Phrases

• “Crane operator” or “Crane worker”
• “Working on a crane job”
• “Crane overhang” or “Crane span”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The crane’s long neck allowed it to reach the high tree branches.”
• Verb: “The construction workers were operating cranes to assemble the bridge.”
• Adjective: “The crane birds gracefully flew over the river.”

Synonyms

• Hoisting machinery
• Gantry crane
• Tower crane
• Derrick
• Boom

Antonyms

• Land vehicle
• Small aircraft
• Towering (in context of not being a crane)