Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crone

noun

/kroʊn/

Definition

An old woman, particularly one who is regarded as a witch or malevolent.

Examples

In the fairy tale, the crone offered a cursed apple to the unsuspecting princess.
Many stories portray the crone as a wise, though sometimes frightening, character who possesses hidden knowledge.
The villagers whispered of the crone who lived at the edge of the woods, fearing her rumored powers.

Meaning

The term ‘crone’ often carries a negative connotation, suggesting a woman who is seen as unattractive or has fallen into a stereotype of being a sinister older figure.