Definition of Crank 1. A bad-tempered person Noun 2. A whimsically eccentric person Noun 3. 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 Noun 4. A hand tool consisting of a rotating shaft with parallel handle Noun 5. (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail Adjective Satellite 6. Travel along a zigzag path Verb 7. Start by cranking Verb 8. Rotate with a crank Verb 9. Fasten with a crank Verb 10. Bend into the shape of a crank Verb Synonyms for word "crank" Semanticaly linked words with "crank" Hyponims for word "crank" Lexical Analysis for "crank" crankyAdjective Satellite
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easily irritated or annoyed etymology bellcrank etymology crankarm etymology crankness etymology crankset etymology cranky etymological origin of cranc is derived from crank axle is derived from crank call is derived from crank out is derived from crank pin is derived from crank shaft is derived from crank start is derived from crank up is derived from crank wheel is derived from crankcase is derived from cranked is derived from cranker is derived from crankest is derived from cranking is derived from crankpin is derived from cranks is derived from crankstart is derived from cranky is derived from turn someone's crank