Crowbar: meaning, definitions and examples
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crowbar
[ หkroสbษหr ]
tool, lever
A crowbar is a heavy metal bar with a curved end, used as a lever to force apart objects or remove nails. It is commonly employed in construction and demolition tasks due to its strong leverage capability.
Synonyms
lever, pry bar, wrecking bar
Examples of usage
- He used a crowbar to pry open the rusty gate.
- The worker lifted the heavy debris with a crowbar.
- She carefully removed the nails from the wooden plank using a crowbar.
Translations
Translations of the word "crowbar" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pรฉ de cabra
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคเคผ (เคเคพเค)
๐ฉ๐ช Brecheisen
๐ฎ๐ฉ pengungkit
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะพะผ
๐ต๐ฑ ลom
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใซ
๐ซ๐ท pied-de-biche
๐ช๐ธ palanca
๐น๐ท kaldฤฑrฤฑm demiri
๐ฐ๐ท ์ง๋ ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุชุงุญ
๐จ๐ฟ pรกฤidlo
๐ธ๐ฐ pรกka
๐จ๐ณ ๆฌๆฃ
๐ธ๐ฎ kruลกnjak
๐ฎ๐ธ beygรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถัาฃััะบะต
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qaldฤฑrฤฑcฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ pata de cabra
Etymology
The term 'crowbar' dates back to the 14th century and is derived from the word 'crow', likely referring to the sharp, hooked shape of the tool's end, which resembles a crow's beak. The 'bar' component simply indicates its elongated shape. Historically, crowbars have been utilized in various forms since ancient times as tools for lifting and prying, with their design evolving to meet the needs of different trades. The crowbar has become a symbol of strength and brute force, often associated with construction and demolition work. Its practical applications in modern settings have retained its name and function, making it a staple in toolboxes worldwide.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,504, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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