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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
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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