kruk — meaning in English

English meaning

• crutch noun A stick-like support used under the arm to help someone walk when injured.
• stool noun A simple seat for one person with no back or armrests.

Senses

kruk is used for these senses in English:

• crutch A device to assist in motion as a cane, especially one that provides support under the arm to reduce weight on a leg.
• tommy bar A short bar put through the hole in a socket spanner or box spanner to provide leverage.

crutch — full definition

1. noun A stick-like support used under the arm to help someone walk when injured.
2. noun Something relied on for support, often implying an unhealthy dependency.

stool — full definition

1. noun A simple seat for one person with no back or armrests.
2. noun Solid waste passed from the body; feces.

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