v.用曲柄转动(或启动)
crank的过去分词和过去式

原形：crank第三人称单数：cranks复数：cranks过去式：cranked过去分词：cranked现在分词：cranking

He cranked the handle on the old bicycle to get it started.
他用力转动自行车的手柄以启动它。
She cranked up the volume on her stereo for the party.
她把音响的音量调到最大来开派对。
He cranked out a dozen emails before breakfast.
他在早餐前就快速地发送了十几封邮件。
The mechanic cranked the engine to check if it was working properly.
修理工转动引擎来检查其是否运转正常。
She cranked the window down to let in some fresh air.
她摇下窗户让新鲜空气进来。
He cranked the handle of the lawnmower to start the blades.
他转动割草机的手柄启动刀片。
The car's engine cranked but failed to start.
汽车引擎运转但无法启动。
She cranked up the heat in the oven to preheat it.
她把烤箱温度调高预热。
He cranked the handle of the old grandfather clock.
他转动老式挂钟的把手以调整时间。
She cranked her ankle repeatedly to try and loosen it up.
她反复扭动脚踝试图放松它。