"Crouke" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
I apologize, but I couldn't find any meaning or definition for the word "crouke". It's possible that it's a typo or a word that is not widely used or recognized. Can you please provide more context or clarify the word you intended to ask about?
I think you meant "crook".
Here are 5 usage examples:
Crotophaga is a genus of birds in the cuckoo family Cuculidae. Specifically, it is a group of New World cuckoos, also known as ground cuckoos, which are found in Central and South America. The name "Crotophaga" comes from the Greek words "krotos" meaning "rust" or "reddish-brown" and "phaga" meaning "eater", likely referring to the reddish-brown plumage of these birds.
The word "crotal" refers to a type of snake or a part of a snake, typically a rattlesnake or a pit viper, which has a distinctive shed and re-grown rattle made of loose, dangling scales or keratin, used for warning or defense purposes.
I apologize, but I couldn't find any meaning for the word "crottle." It's possible that it's a misspelling or a word that is not widely used. Can you please provide more context or clarify the word you meant to type?
To crouch is a verb that means to bend your knees and lower your body, often to a position near the ground, typically for purposes of concealment, comfort, or rest.
The word "crouched" is the past tense of the verb "to crouch". It means to bend your knees and lower your body, so that your upper body is below your knees, typically as a way of preparing to advance, attack, or retreat.
To crouch means to bend your knees and lower your body, typically to prepare for sudden movement or to adopt a defensive position. It can also mean to squat or stoop, often with your hands on your knees. This word is often used in physical activities, sports, or military contexts.
Croup is a group of symptoms that occur when the vocal cords in the throat become inflamed, often caused by a viral infection. It is usually accompanied by a characteristic barking cough, hoarseness, and difficulty breathing. Croup can be common in young children, particularly between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.
Croupade is a noun that refers to a type of bed-making or a way of making a bed, especially a couch or sofa, smooth and flat. It is often used to describe the act of plumping and arranging pillows and cushions to create a visually appealing and inviting appearance. Alternatively, it can also be used to describe the structure or arrangement of these pillows and cushions when the bed or couch is made.
A croupier is a dealer or attendant at a casino, typically responsible for running games such as roulette, craps, or baccarat.
Croupiers are the people who manage and deal the cards or other games in a casino, especially in a live game like blackjack, roulette, or craps.
Croupous refers to a type of membranous tracheitis, a contagious respiratory disease caused by the diphtheria bacterium. It is characterized by the formation of a false membrane in the throat, which can lead to severe respiratory distress, hoarseness, and a barking cough. The term is often used to describe the early stages of diphtheritic lesions, particularly in children.
Croups refers to a group of people who share a common interest, goal, or attribute. For example, a croup of scientists studying a specific field, or a croup of sports fans cheering on their favorite team. The term is derived from the word "croupe," which means to gather or collect, and is often used in informal settings to describe a collective group of individuals with shared affiliations or interests.
Croupy refers to something (usually a cough) that is hoarse or rough-sounding, often due to an infection, especially croup, which is a respiratory illness that typically affects children.