CRIB, n. 1. The manger of a stable, in which oxen and cows feed. In America, it is distinguished from a rack for horses.Where no oxen are, the crib is clean. Proverbs 14.The manger for other beasts.The ass knoweth his masters crib. Isaiah 1. 2. A small habitation or cottage.3. A stall for oxen.4. A case or box in salt works.5. A small building, raised on posts, for storing Indian corn.CRIB, v.t. To shut or confine in a narrow habitation; to cage.
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