CRUCK
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CRUCK
A sturdy timber with a curve or angle used for primary framing of a timber house, usually used in pairs.
"1952: To construct such a house, it is necessary to select an oak with a branch growing out at an angle of about 45°; the upper part of the tree, above the fork, having been cut off, the trunk and branch are roughly squared and divided in half . If the two halves are then placed opposite one another, with the branch ends pegged together, they constitute what was usually known as a 'cruck' or, more correctly, 'a pair of crucks'. — L.F. Salzman, Building in England, p. 195."
To make lame.
A vehicle that has features of both a car and a truck.
Examples of CRUCK in a Sentence
- "1952: To construct such a house, it is necessary to select an oak with a branch growing out at an angle of about 45°; the upper part of the tree, above the fork, having been cut off, the trunk and branch are roughly squared and divided in half . If the two halves are then placed opposite one another, with the branch ends pegged together, they constitute what was usually known as a 'cruck' or, more correctly, 'a pair of crucks'. — L.F. Salzman, Building in England, p. 195."
Word Details
Is CRUCK a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CRUCK is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CRUCK uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CRUCK
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | r | u | c | k | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 13 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 16 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CRUCK
5 words from the letters in CRUCK
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CRUCK in Word Games
CRUCK is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CRUCK is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CRUCK to find 5 additional valid words.