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Craven Definition & Meaning

craven
adjective
  1. lacking even the rudiments of courage; abjectly fearful; "the craven fellow turned and ran"; "a craven proposal to raise the white flag"; "this recreant knight"- Spenser
noun
  1. an abject coward

"Craven" in song lyrics

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  • "My visions is diabolical like Wes Craven"
    9th Prince f/ P.R. Terrorist — Kill or be Killed
  • "A heart attack to bring the horror back Wes Craven"
    Army of the Pharaohs — All Shall Perish
  • "With no special effects by Wes Craven"
    The Beatnuts f/ Greg Nice — Hot

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Frequently asked questions

What does craven mean?
lacking even the rudiments of courage; abjectly fearful; "the craven fellow turned and ran"; "a craven proposal to raise the white flag"; "this recreant knight"- Spenser an abject coward
What part of speech is craven?
Craven is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does craven have?
Craven has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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