crone

noun
UK: /krəʊn/
US: /kroʊn/
  1. An ugly old woman, often considered unpleasant or frightening.

    1. The crone lived alone in the woods.
    2. Locals whispered stories about the crone, blaming her for misfortunes.

Synonyms

hag witch

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "crone" is /krəʊn/ in British English and /kroʊn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "crone": hag, witch.

Example usage of "crone": "The crone lived alone in the woods.". More examples on the page.