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cruche — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • clod noun A lump of earth, clay, or turf.
  • crock noun A container made of stoneware or earthenware, such as a jar or pot.
  • ewer noun A kind of widemouthed pitcher or jug with a shape like a vase and a handle, and originally used for carrying water.
  • jug noun A container for liquids with a handle and a narrow opening, used for pouring.
  • pitcher noun A large container with a handle and spout, used for pouring liquids.

Senses

cruche is used for these senses in English:

  • clod A stupid person; a dolt.
  • crock A stoneware or earthenware jar or storage container.
  • ewer A kind of widemouthed pitcher or jug with a shape like a vase and a handle. Originally used for carrying water
  • jug A serving vessel or container, typically circular in cross-section and typically higher than it is wide, with a relatively small mouth or spout, an ear handle and often a stopper or top.
  • pitcher A wide-mouthed, deep vessel for holding liquids, with a spout or protruding lip and a handle; a water jug or jar with a large ear or handle.

clod — full definition

  1. noun A lump of earth, clay, or turf.
  2. noun An awkward or foolish person.

crock — full definition

  1. noun A container made of stoneware or earthenware, such as a jar or pot.
  2. noun Informal: nonsense, or a poor excuse.
  3. noun Informal: a person, animal, or vehicle worn out or limited by age or injury.
  4. verb To injure or break something.

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