Synonyms for

Crates

Verb / kreɪts / Another word for crates — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sturdy box or container for storing or transporting goods

Synonyms & similar words

uncrate crateful crate box container case chest coffer bin basket trunk casket receptacle vessel carton packaging drawer

Synonyms by register

Formal

containers receptacles enclosures

Informal

boxes cases bins

Literary

chests coffers

Antonyms

empties unpacked open revealed disclosed

Common collocations

  • wooden crates
  • shipping crates
  • fruit crates
  • wine crates
  • empty crates
  • heavy crates
  • stack crates

Word family

noun crate
verb crate

Usage note

The word 'crates' most commonly refers to large wooden boxes used for shipping or storage. It can also be used informally to refer to any large box or container.

Example sentences

  1. The farmer put all the vegetables in crates.
  2. The delivery truck was filled with crates of oranges.
  3. We need to find a place to store these crates.

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