Emily Dickinson Lexicon

CRIB, n. [Sax. crybb; D. krib; Sw. krubba; Dan. krybbe; Ir. grib. Qu. the root of grapple, to catch.]

1. The manger of a stable, in which oxen and cows feed. In America, it is distinguished from a rack for horses. Where no oxen are, the crib is clean. – Prov. xiv. The manger for other beasts. The ass knoweth his master's crib. – Is. i.
2. A small habitation or cottage. – Shak.
3. A stall for oxen.
4. A case or box in salt-works. – Encyc.
5. A small building, raised on posts, for storing Indian corn. – U. States.
6. A small frame for a child to sleep in.