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cruck

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cruck [krʌk]
n
(Miscellaneous Technologies / Building) one of a pair of curved wooden timbers supporting the end of the roof in certain types of building
[variant of crook (n)]


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We are aware of an old farmhouse in the north of the island which has the old-style cruck construction and may date from the 14th century, having got left behind by modernisation.
Impressive ceiling and cruck beams, the drawing room's crenellated brick tower fireplace, a heavy timber vestibule door and even a classic Victorian floral-motif suite in the guest toilet are reminders of the house's long history.
It was Cruck Cottage that was to become Harvey and his family's home, while Mark and his family went for Upper Bagden House, one of the new builds.
 
 
 
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