noun Download 🔗Share A device to assist in motion as a cane, especially one that provides support under the arm to reduce weight on a leg. Examples : "He walked on crutches for a month until the cast was removed from his leg." medicine device aid Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Something that supports, often used negatively to indicate that it is not needed and causes an unhealthful dependency; a prop Examples : "Alcohol became a crutch to help him through the long nights; eventually it killed him." medicine aid device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A crotch; the area of body where the legs fork from the trunk. Examples : "The toddler waddled around, his diaper bunching uncomfortably in his crutches. " body anatomy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A form of pommel for a woman's saddle, consisting of a forked rest to hold the leg of the rider. Examples : "The sidesaddle rider gripped the crutches of her saddle for extra stability during the parade. " vehicle wear Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A knee, or piece of knee timber. Examples : "To support the weight of the roof, the carpenter installed several crutches in the barn's frame. " architecture part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A forked stanchion or post; a crotch. Examples : "The carpenter used wooden crutches to support the heavy branch he was sawing off the tree. " medicine aid device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A type of cross formed from two C-shapes joined back to back. Examples : "The architect designed a unique building with window frames that resembled pairs of crutches, creating a striking visual effect. " medicine aid device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading