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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

crane

/krɑːn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does crane mean?

noun, verb

A tall, long-necked bird with a distinctive call, or a machine used for lifting and moving heavy loads. To stretch or bend one's neck or body upwards, often in order to see something.

Example

"The crane stood tall in the wetlands, its long neck scanning the ground for food."

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