crane: значение и определения

Any of various large wading birds of the family Gruidae, having a long neck, long legs, and a long bill.

A similar bird, such as a heron.

A machine for hoisting and moving heavy objects by means of cables attached to a movable boom.

Any of various devices with a swinging arm, as in a fireplace for suspending a pot.

To hoist or move with or as if with a crane.

To strain and stretch (the neck, for example) in order to see better.

To stretch one's neck toward something for a better view.

To be irresolute; hesitate.