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crowbar

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Noun — A steel bar, usually with a curved, flattened end, used as a lever to pry things apart or force them open.

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pry with a crowbar crowbar the door open

Etymology

From "crow" (an old name for a metal lever, since its forked end resembled a crow's foot) plus "bar."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “crowbar” mean?

The word “crowbar” means a steel bar, usually with a curved, flattened end, used as a lever to pry things apart or force them open. In plain terms, the heavy metal prying tool builders and firefighters use to force things open.

How do you pronounce “crowbar”?

“Crowbar” is pronounced KROH-bahr (/ˈkɹoʊˌbɑɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “crowbar” in a sentence?

Here is “crowbar” used in a sentence: “He used a crowbar to pry the lid off the crate.”

What part of speech is “crowbar”?

Depending on how it is used, “crowbar” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “crowbar” have?

“Crowbar” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a steel bar, usually with a curved, flattened end, used as a lever to pry things apart or force them open.

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