Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kren-l]
- /ˈkrɛn l/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kren-l]
- /ˈkrɛn l/
Definitions of crenel word
- noun crenel any of a set of openings formed in the top of a wall or parapet and having slanting sides, as in a battlement 3
- noun crenel any of the indentations or loopholes in the top of a battlement or wall; embrasure 3
- verb transitive crenel to crenelate 3
- noun crenel any of the open spaces between the merlons of a battlement. 1
- noun crenel a crenature. 1
- verb with object crenel to crenelate. 1
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Origin of crenel
First appearance:
before 1475 One of the 25% oldest English words
1475-85; earlier creneul, crennel < Middle French, Old French, apparently diminutive of cren notch (attested since the 15th century), Old French cran, of uncertain origin; cf. crenate, cranny
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Parts of speech for Crenel
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
crenel popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
crenel usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for crenel
noun crenel
- incision — a cut, gash, or notch.
- indentation — a cut, notch, or deep recess: various bays and indentations.
- impression — a strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, conscience, etc.
- sink — to displace part of the volume of a supporting substance or object and become totally or partially submerged or enveloped; fall or descend into or below the surface or to the bottom (often followed by in or into): The battleship sank within two hours. His foot sank in the mud. Her head sinks into the pillows.
- cut — If you cut something, you use a knife or a similar tool to divide it into pieces, or to mark it or damage it. If you cut a shape or a hole in something, you make the shape or hole by using a knife or similar tool.
Antonyms for crenel
Top questions with crenel
- what is a crenel?
- zelda minish cap how to get to mount crenel?
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