First Known Use: 14th century
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1crag
noun \ˈkrag\
Definition of CRAG
1
: a steep rugged rock or cliff
2
archaic : a sharp detached fragment of rock
— crag·ged \ˈkra-gəd\ adjective
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Origin of CRAG
Middle English, of Celtic origin; akin to Welsh craig rock
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2crag
noun
Definition of CRAG
chiefly ScottishOrigin of CRAG
Middle English, from Middle Dutch crāghe; akin to Old English cræga throat — more at craw
First Known Use: 14th century
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CRAG[1] Defined for Kids
crag
noun \ˈkrag\
Definition of CRAG for Kids
: a steep rock or cliff
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