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“Croc” or “Crock”

Overview

croc / crock are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

croc: NA

crock: (noun) nonsense; foolish talk. (noun) an earthen jar (made of baked clay). (verb) release color when rubbed, of badly dyed fabric. (verb) soil with or as with crock.

Pronunciation

croc: k·r·AA·k

crock: k·r·AA·k

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Examples in Context

Examples of “croc”

  • Revolucionaria de Obreros y Campesinos (CROC) is a Mexican trade union
  • Killer Croc (classic)
  • Until 1980 the CROC had 750 000 workers inside
  • Killer Croc

Examples of “crock”

  • principle employed by the modern crock pot.


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