crete

/krēt/

Definitions

1. noun

a region in southeastern Greece, including the island of Crete.

“The ancient Minoans ruled the island of Crete for centuries.”

2. verb

to cover with or as if with cement, plaster, or mortar.

“The workers creted the walls with fresh mortar.”

3. verb

to create or fashion something, especially a work of art.

“The artist creted a beautiful sculpture from the marble.”

Synonyms

  • cement
  • mortar

Antonyms

  • demolish