Definitions for: Crate


[n] a rugged box (usually made of wood); used for shipping
[n] the quantity contained in a crate
[v] put into a crate; as for protection; "crate the paintings before shipping them to the museum"



Webster (1913) Definition: Crate (kr?t), n. [L. cratis hurdle; perh. akin to E.
cradle. See Hurdle, and cf. Crate a framework.]
1. A large basket or hamper of wickerwork, used for the
transportation of china, crockery, and similar wares.

2. A box or case whose sides are of wooden slats with
interspaces, -- used especially for transporting fruit.


Crate, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Crated; p. pr. & vb. n.
Crating.]
To pack in a crate or case for transportation; as, to crate a
sewing machine; to crate peaches.

Synonyms: crateful

Antonyms: uncrate

See Also: box, case, containerful, cracker box, encase, packing box, packing case, soapbox

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