The word “crib” can have several meanings in English:
1. **Noun (common usage)**:
– A bed with high sides for a very young child, typically referred to as a “baby crib” or “crib bed.”
– A small, enclosed space or area, often used for storing items (like a “crib” for hay or feed).
– A slang term for a person’s home or apartment.
2. **Verb (to crib)**:
– To copy or steal someone else’s work or ideas, often used in the context of academic dishonesty (e.g., “to crib answers during an exam”).
The context in which the word is used typically clarifies its intended meaning.