CROW, n. [G., L.] 1. A large black fowl, of the genus Corvus; the beak is convex and cultrated, the nostrils are covered with bristly feathers, the tongue is forked and cartilaginous. This is a voracious fowl, feeding on carrion and grain, particularly maiz, which it pulls up, just after it appears above ground.To pluck or pull a crow, is to be industrious or contentious about a trifle, or thing of no value.2. A bar of iron with a beak, crook or two claws, used in raising and moving heavy weights.3. The voice of the cock. [See the Verb.]CROW, v.i. pret. and pp. crowed; formerly, pret. crew. [Gr. See the Noun.] 1. To cry or make a noise as a cock, in joy, gaiety or defiance.2. To boast in triumph; to vaunt; to vapor; to swagger. [A popular, but not an elegant use of the word.] |
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