Cracket

Cracket

KRAK-et ˈkrakɪt
Noun

A small stool.

Example Sentences

"Sit on the cracket."
"Old cracket."

Etymology & History

Geordie term for low stool. Traditional mining/household furniture term.

Word Details

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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
1800s
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Language
none
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Formality
neutral

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