Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cratch

noun

/krætʃ/

Definition

A type of wooden device used for supporting an object, typically during a process like bending or shaping wood.

Examples

The carpenter placed the cratch underneath the long beam for support while he worked on it.
Using a cratch, he was able to bend the piece of wood into the desired curve without it breaking.

Meaning

In woodworking, a cratch provides stability and allows for precise movements or adjustments, usually to help in the creation of certain shapes or designs.