crane /kreɪn/ CET4 TEM4 ( craning, craned, cranes )

• 1. 

  N-COUNT A crane is a large machine that moves heavy things by lifting them in the air. 起重机

  例：

  The little prefabricated hut was lifted away by a huge crane.

  那间小小的预制棚屋被一台巨大的起重机吊走了。

• 2. 

  N-COUNT A crane is a kind of large bird with a long neck and long legs. 鹤

• 3. 

  V-T/V-I If you crane your neck or head, you stretch your neck in a particular direction in order to see or hear something better. 伸长 (脖子)

  例：

  She craned her neck to get a better view.

  她伸长脖子以便看得清楚一些。

  例：

  Children craned to get close to him.

  孩子们伸长脖子想靠近他。