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crowbar
noun crow·bar \ˈkrō-ˌbär\
: a metal bar that has a thin flat edge at one end and is used to open or lift things
Full Definition of CROWBAR
: an iron or steel bar that is usually wedge-shaped at the working end for use as a pry or lever
— crowbar transitive verb
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First Known Use of CROWBAR
1748
Rhymes with CROWBAR
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CROWBAR Defined for Kids
crowbar
noun crow·bar \ˈkrō-ˌbär\
Definition of CROWBAR for Kids
: a metal bar used as a lever (as for prying things apart)
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