Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Cruck.
Cruck - as a noun
A sturdy timber with a curve or angle used for primary framing of a timber house, usually used in pairs.
Example: "1952: to construct such a house, it is necessary to select an oak with a branch growing out at an angle of about 45°; the upper part of the tree, above the fork, having been cut off, the trunk and branch are roughly squared and divided in half . if the two halves are then placed opposite one another, with the branch ends pegged together, they constitute what was usually known as a 'cruck' or, more correctly, 'a pair of crucks'. — l.f. salzman, building in england, p. 195."
A vehicle that has features of both a car and a truck.
Cruck - as a verb
To make lame.
Example Sentences
"He used a cruck to prop up the sagging beam."
"The cruck in the roof gave the house its unique architectural style."
"The restoration project aimed to preserve the original cruck frame of the building."
"The weight of the roof is supported by a cruck truss system."
"Medieval cottages often featured cruck construction."
Word Game Points
Is CRUCK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cruck is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CRUCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is CRUCK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cruck is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCRUCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is CRUCK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cruck is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCRUCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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