Crane

Pronunciation: /kreɪn/

Definitions of crane

noun a machine used for lifting and moving heavy objects by suspending them from a projecting arm or beam

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a crane in the park.

A2 The crane lifted the heavy load with ease.

B1 The construction site had several cranes working on different projects.

B2 The operator skillfully maneuvered the crane to place the beam in position.

C1 The intricate design of the crane allowed for precise movements in tight spaces.

C2 The company invested in state-of-the-art cranes to improve efficiency on the construction site.

Examples of crane in a Sentence

formal The construction company used a crane to lift heavy materials to the top of the building.

informal I saw a huge crane at the construction site today.

slang That crane operator is a pro at maneuvering the equipment.

figurative She had to crane her neck to see the stage over the tall crowd.

Grammatical Forms of crane

• past tense: craned
• plural: cranes
• comparative: more crane
• superlative: most crane
• present tense: cranes
• future tense: will crane
• perfect tense: has craned
• continuous tense: is craning
• singular: crane
• positive degree: crane
• infinitive: to crane
• gerund: craning
• participle: craned

Origin and Evolution of crane

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'crane' originated from Old English 'cran', which is derived from the Proto-Germanic 'krano'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the bird, the word 'crane' evolved to also describe the machine used for lifting and moving heavy objects, likely due to the long neck of the bird resembling the long arm of the machine.