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Craig
KRAYG
Craig (noun) means a steep rocky outcrop or crag, chiefly in Scottish and northern English usage. Example: “The path wound up past a craig overlooking the loch.”
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A steep rocky outcrop or crag, chiefly in Scottish and northern English usage.
"The path wound up past a craig overlooking the loch."
How to use Craig
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rocky crag or cliff — also very common as a surname and first name.
When to use it
Rare as a common noun today; almost always encountered as the personal name Craig.
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Word forms
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The path wound up past a _____ overlooking the loch.
Etymology
Comes from craig ("rock").
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What does “Craig” mean?
The word “Craig” means a steep rocky outcrop or crag, chiefly in Scottish and northern English usage. In plain terms, a rocky crag or cliff — also very common as a surname and first name.
How do you pronounce “Craig”?
“Craig” is pronounced KRAYG (/ˈkɹɛɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Craig” in a sentence?
Here is “Craig” used in a sentence: “The path wound up past a craig overlooking the loch.”
What part of speech is “Craig”?
“Craig” is a noun.
Is “Craig” a common word?
“Craig” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is craig the same as crag?
Yes, craig is a variant spelling of crag, meaning a steep rocky outcrop. It is chiefly used in Scottish and northern English contexts and survives in many place names and surnames.
Is craig used outside Scotland?
Craig is chiefly Scottish and northern English usage; in standard English elsewhere the spelling crag is more usual for a steep rocky outcrop. It remains common in British place names and as a personal name.
What is the difference between a craig and a cliff?
A craig is a steep rocky outcrop or crag, emphasising a rugged, projecting mass of rock. A cliff is a tall, steep rock face, often at the coast or edge of high ground, and typically describes a larger vertical drop.
