crutch /krʌtʃ/ star1 CET6+ TEM4 (crutches)

• 1.  

  N-COUNT（可数名词） A crutch is a stick whose top fits around or under the user's arm, which someone with an injured foot or leg uses to support their weight when walking. 拐杖

  例：

  I can walk without the aid of crutches.

  我能够不借助拐杖走路。

• 2.  

  N-SING（单数型名词） If you refer to someone or something as a crutch, you mean that they give you help or support. (提供帮助、支持的) 人或物

  例：

  He gave up the crutch of alcohol.

  他不再依赖酒精。