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crate Synonyms
Another word for crate
Choosing another word for crate depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A slatted wooden case used for transporting or storing goods.
Usage Example
"The workers loaded the heavy wooden crates onto the back of the delivery truck."
Strongest
case
Strong
box
chest
carton
Weak
hamper
coffer
• noun (Context 2)
A square or rectangular plastic or metal partition container used for holding bottles.
Usage Example
"He bought a case of milk from the local dairy farm."
Strongest
case
Strong
rack
carrier
carton
• verb (Context 3)
To pack or store goods in a wooden case or container for safe transportation.
Usage Example
"The museum carefully crated the fragile sculptures before shipping them overseas."
Strongest
box
case
pack
box up
Strong
package
pack up
• verb (Context 4)
To confine a dog or other animal in a small enclosure or cage.
Usage Example
"We always cage our puppy when we leave the house to keep him safe."
Strongest
cage
kennel
Strong
confine
pen
shut up
coop up
Opposites of crate
The opposite of crate shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
uncrate
unbox
uncage
unpack
let out
release
free
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Crate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/crate