crannóg — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
crannóg is used for these senses in English:
- crannog An artificial island, used in prehistoric and medieval times in Scotland and Ireland for dwelling.
- crow's nest (nautical) A small open-top shelter, originally a cask, on the top of the foremast, large enough to accommodate a lookout. It was used by whalers to watch for a blow (spout), or in icebound waters to seek a channel.
- eyrie Any high and remote but commanding place.
- hopper A temporary storage bin, filled from the top and emptied from the bottom, often funnel-shaped.
- lookout A vantage point with a view of the surrounding area.
- pulpit (Christianity, countable) A raised platform in a church, sometimes enclosed, where the minister or preacher stands when giving the sermon; also, the lectern on such a platform.
hopper — full definition
- noun A funnel-shaped container that holds material and releases it from the bottom, used in machines, silos, and drainpipes.
- noun A jumping insect, especially a young grasshopper or locust.
- noun Someone or something that hops.
lookout — full definition
- noun A person whose job is to watch for danger or trouble.
- noun A place with a clear view used for watching, or the act of watching from it.
- noun Something to be concerned about or responsible for.