Crook Definition & Meaning
crook
- noun
- someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
- a circular segment of a curve; "a bend in the road"; "a crook in the path"
- a long staff with one end being hook shaped
- verb
- bend or cause to bend; "He crooked his index finger"; "the road curved sharply"
"Crook" in song lyrics
See how crook is used in real songs:
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"and the days of a crook"
51.50 — I Can't Win -
"And I love it when I dress like a crook"
Above the Law f/ N.W.A. — The Last Song -
"I had a mayor and a crook"
Aesop Rock — The Mayor and the Crook
Words that rhyme with crook
Usage tips for "crook"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "crook" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for crook to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does crook mean?
- someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime a circular segment of a curve; "a bend in the road"; "a crook in the path" a long staff with one end being hook shaped bend or cause to bend; "He crooked his index finger"; "the road curved sharply"
- What part of speech is crook?
- Crook is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does crook have?
- Crook has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).