crayon
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for crayon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stick of colored wax or chalk used for drawing.
Synonyms
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How to use crayon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French crayon, "pencil," from craie, "chalk," ultimately from Latin creta, "chalk" or "clay."
Full origin of crayon →Frequently asked questions
What does “crayon” mean?
The word “crayon” means a stick of colored wax or chalk used for drawing. In plain terms, a wax or chalk stick for drawing, most associated with children's art.
How do you pronounce “crayon”?
“Crayon” is pronounced KRAY-on (/ˈkɹeɪ̯.ɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “crayon” in a sentence?
Here is “crayon” used in a sentence: “The kindergartner colored the whole page with a red crayon.”
What part of speech is “crayon”?
Depending on how it is used, “crayon” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “crayon” come from?
The word “crayon” comes from Latin. From French crayon, "pencil," from craie, "chalk," ultimately from Latin creta, "chalk" or "clay.".
How many meanings does “crayon” have?
“Crayon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a stick of colored wax or chalk used for drawing.