Crowbar
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɹoʊˌbɑɹ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Crowbar is a noun meaning An iron or steel bar, often with a flattened end which may also be hook-shaped, to be used as a lever to manually force things apart.
Meaning
An iron or steel bar, often with a flattened end which may also be hook-shaped, to be used as a lever to manually force things apart.
More Meanings
- An electrical circuit that prevents an overvoltage from causing damage.
- A type of cocktail made with only Crown Royal whiskey and lemon lime soda.
- (transitive) To force to move, usually with a crowbar; to prise.
Example Sentences
He crowbarred the door open.
Word Forms
- crowbars
- crowbarring
- crowbarred
Synonyms for crowbar
Depending on context, synonyms include jemmy, jimmy, pinchbar, pry.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pry, bar, clamp, pincer, lever, leverage.
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