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Crate
Open directlyWebster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 1 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
1. A large basket or hamper of wickerwork, used for the transportation of china, crockery, and similar wares.
2. A box or case whose sides are of wooden slats with interspaces, -- used especially for transporting fruit.
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 2
Part of speech: verb (v.)
To pack in a crate or case for transportation; as, to crate a sewing machine; to crate peaches.