n. A support for the lame in walking, consisting of a staff of the proper length, with a crosspiece at one end so shaped as to fit easily under the armpit. The upper part of the staff is now commonly divided lengthwise into two parts, separated by an inserted piece used as a handle.n. Hence Figuratively, old age.n. Any fixture or mechanical device resembling a crutch or the head of a crutch.n. A rack: as, a bacon-crutch.To support on crutches; prop or sustain.In soap-making, to stir forcibly with a crutch. See crutch, n., 3 .n. A cross. See cross.n. In leather manufacturing, to work with a crutch.