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crampoon

crampoon

9.9
Two curved iron bars joined by a hinge that grip heavy objects to lift them
  • noun
  • Archaic
translation icon : crampón
  • The workers used a crampoon to lift the beam into place safely.

Examples

  • The iron crampoon gripped the object firmly as it was hoisted.

  • The workers used a crampoon to lift the heavy beam.

  • A crampoon is essential for handling large stone blocks at the quarry.

  • Can you pass me the crampoon over there?

  • The workers relied on a crampoon to raise the heavy machinery safely.

  • Using a crampoon, they were able to maneuver the large metal sheet with ease.

  • He carefully adjusted the crampoon to ensure a secure lift of the cargo.

Synonyms

lever
vscrampoon
  • Specialized
88 1.2

A long bar that turns on a fixed point to move things

focuses on hinged curved bars rather than a single pivoting bar
crampon
vscrampoon
  • Archaic
9.8

A metal tool with a hinge and curved bars used to lift heavy objects

has identical meaning but appears with an alternative double o spelling

How Strong

to crane
1 3.7
jack
27 4.8
crampoon
  • Archaic
9.9
crowbar
45 2.9
lever
  • Specialized
88 1.2

Surface Forms

crampoon singular
crampoons plural

Etymology

Crampoon comes from an old French word crampon meaning 'hook' or 'claw', and is related to the English word cramp. Picture two iron hooks closing like a clamp to hold a heavy stone, which is why a crampoon is a metal tool used to grip and lift heavy objects.