Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Crank.
How to pronounce crank:
US
Crank - as a noun
A bad-tempered person
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An amphetamine derivative (trade name methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
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A hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle
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Crank - as an adjective satellite
Crank - as a verb
Travel along a zigzag path
Example: "The river zigzags through the countryside"
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Fasten with a crank
Bend into the shape of a crank
Crank - as an adjective
Strange, weird, odd.
Sick; unwell
(of a ship) liable to capsize because of poorly stowed cargo or insufficient ballast.
Full of spirit; brisk; lively; sprightly; overconfident; opinionated.
Example Sentences
"I need a crank to start the engine."
"She turned the crank and the music box played a beautiful melody."
"He used a crank to open the window."
"The old-fashioned hand drill requires a crank to operate."
"The fishermen lowered the crank to pull up the heavy fishing net."
Word Game Points
Is CRANK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, crank is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRANK has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CRANK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, crank is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRANK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is CRANK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, crank is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRANK has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
