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Craw Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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craw

[krษ”ห ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

movement, animal

To crawl means to move on hands and knees or to move slowly and with difficulty. It is often used to describe the movement of infants or certain animals when they are not yet able to walk.

Synonyms

creep, slink, slither.

Examples of usage

  • The baby crawled across the floor.
  • The soldier crawled to avoid being seen.
  • The caterpillar crawled slowly up the leaf.
Context #2 | Noun

movement, animal

Craw can also refer to the crop or gullet of a bird or some other animals, which stores food before it is digested. This use focuses on the anatomy of certain creatures.

Synonyms

crop, gullet.

Examples of usage

  • The bird's craw was full after feeding.
  • He described how different birds process food in their craw.
  • The farmer checks the craws of the chickens.

Translations

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Origin of 'craw'

The term 'crawl' in English originates from the Old English word 'crฤwlian,' which means to move slowly using the hands and knees. The use of this term has evolved over the centuries, retaining its original meaning while also gaining metaphorical implications, such as in the phrase 'to crawl through life.' The word has roots in Germanic languages, and its spelling and pronunciation have remained relatively stable. The noun form 'craw' comes from Middle English 'craw' or 'crawe', likely derived from Old Norse 'krafi', referring to the gullet or crop of birds, highlighting how language has been influenced by the behavior of animals. Over time, both terms have been maintained in the English language, demonstrating the richness and adaptability of vocabulary in describing physical actions and anatomical structures.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,975 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.