Crate

usgb/kreɪt/
noun

A large box made of wood, plastic or metal, used to store or transport things.

I packed my belongings into crates for the move.
Visual representation of "crate" - A large box made of wood, plastic or metal, used to store or transport things.

Often appears as...

  • shipping crate
  • plastic crate
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Size implication

Often implies a substantial size, unlike a simple box.

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The sculptures were secured in large crates.
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Durability

Crates are typically sturdy to protect contents during transport.

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We used heavy-duty crates to ship the machinery parts.
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Reusable

Crates can often be reused multiple times for storage or transport.

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The vendor supplied fruits in reusable plastic crates.
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