General
crib run
What does crib run mean?
A brief run back to one's house or apartment to grab something.
"Gimme ten minutes, I gotta make a crib run."
Origin
NYC; 'crib' (home) + 'run' (quick trip), on the model of a 'packie run' or 'bodega run.'
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'crib run'?
It's a quick trip back to your house or apartment to grab something before heading back out.
Where does 'crib run' come from?
It's NYC slang combining 'crib' (meaning home) with 'run' (a quick errand), following the pattern of a 'bodega run.'
How do you use 'crib run'?
Say it when you need a fast trip home, like 'Gimme ten minutes, I gotta make a crib run.'
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