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Vocabulary Entry
crank
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A handle or lever that is rotated to operate a machine or device.
Example Sentences
"He turned the crank to start the old engine."
"The crane's operator used the crank to lift the load."
"The bicycle has a crank that connects the pedals to the gears."
V
verb
To turn a crank or handle in order to operate a mechanism.
Example Sentences
"She needed to crank the window down to let in some fresh air."
"He cranked the toy car and watched it zoom across the floor."
"They cranked up the music for the party."
A
adjective
Irritable or easily annoyed; often used to describe someone's mood.
Example Sentences
"He's been cranky since he didn't get enough sleep last night."
"The cranky customer demanded to speak with a manager."
"She became cranky when she couldn't find her favorite book."