Crane
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a large, long-necked wading bird, typically found in marshes, wetlands, and plains worldwide
例子
The sandhill crane migrated across the valley.
Cranes are known for their graceful dancing displays.
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起重机, 吊车
a very large tall machine used for lifting heavy objects
例子
The construction site buzzed with activity as the crane lifted steel beams into place for the new skyscraper.
建筑工地一片繁忙，起重机正在为新摩天大楼吊装钢梁到位。
A massive crane loomed over the shipyard, hoisting cargo containers onto waiting vessels.
一台巨大的起重机耸立在造船厂上空，将货物集装箱吊到等待的船只上。
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a small southern-hemisphere constellation located near Phoenix
例子
The astronomer located Crane near the constellation Phoenix.
Crane is faint but can be seen under dark skies.
to crane
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to stretch or extend the neck forward or upward to see more clearly
例子
She craned her neck to see over the crowd.
He craned forward to catch a glimpse of the stage.
