Crate
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Crate ( noun )
- A slatted wooden or plastic container for transporting goods.
- A framework of slats forming a support or partition in a vehicle or building.
- A slatted packing case for bottles or other fragile items.
Origin:
Origin: early 18th century, possibly from old french cratelle 'basket', diminutive of crate. .
Examples:
- The delivery arrived in a large crate filled with books.
- She stacked the crates of apples on top of each other in the truck.
- The crate served as a makeshift bench in the garage.
(As a verb)
Crate ( verb )
- A slatted wooden or plastic container for transporting goods.
- A framework of slats forming a support or partition in a vehicle or building.
- A slatted packing case for bottles or other fragile items.
Origin:
Origin: early 18th century, possibly from old french cratelle 'basket', diminutive of crate. .
Examples:
- The delivery arrived in a large crate filled with books.
- She stacked the crates of apples on top of each other in the truck.
- The crate served as a makeshift bench in the garage.