Crate1. (n.) A large basket or hamper of wickerwork, used for the transportation of china, crockery, and similar wares.
2. (n.) A box or case whose sides are of wooden slats with interspaces, -- used especially for transporting fruit.
3. (v. t.) To pack in a crate or case for transportation; as, to crate a sewing machine; to crate peaches.
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