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creel

creel
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [kreel]
    • /kril/
    • /kriːl/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kreel]
    • /kril/

Definitions of creel word

  • noun creel a wickerwork basket, esp one used to hold fish 3
  • noun creel a wickerwork trap for catching lobsters, etc 3
  • noun creel the framework on a spinning machine that holds the bobbins 3
  • noun creel a wooden frame suspended from a ceiling, used for drying clothes 3
  • noun creel a wicker basket, canvas bag, for holding fish, often worn over the shoulder by a person who fishes 3
  • noun creel a basketlike cage for trapping fish, shellfish, etc. 3

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Origin of creel

First appearance:

before 1275
One of the 13% oldest English words
1275-1325; Middle English crele, of uncertain origin

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Parts of speech for Creel

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

creel popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

creel usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for creel

noun creel

  • box — A box is a square or rectangular container with hard or stiff sides. Boxes often have lids.
  • crate — A crate is a large box used for transporting or storing things.
  • bin — A bin is a container that you put rubbish in.
  • bassinet — A bassinet is a small bed for a baby that is like a basket.
  • cradle — A cradle is a baby's bed with high sides. Cradles often have curved bases so that they rock from side to side.

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