Cramp, v. To pain with cramps or twitches; to restrain; to bind with cramp-irons.

Crane, s. A bird with a long beak; an instrument made with ropes, pulleys, and hooks, by which great weights are raised.

Craw, s. The crop or first stomach of birds.

Craw-fish, s. A small shell-fish found in brooks.

Creance, s. In Falconry, a long and light string, which must always be tied to the leash when lessons are given to a young hawk.

Crest, s. Any tuft or ornament of the head.

Crested, a. Adorned with a plume or crest; wearing a comb.

Cretaceous, a. Abounding with chalk, chalky.

Crew, s. A company of people associated for any purpose; the company of a ship.

Crib, a. The rack or manger of a stable; the stall or cabin of an ox.