CRUCIBLE

PRONUNCIATION: (KROO-suh/si-buhl)

MEANING: noun:
1. A vessel used for heating substances to a high temperature.
2. A trying experience.
3. A situation or place where forces interact to bring about great changes.

ETYMOLOGY: From Latin crucibulum (crucible). Earliest documented use: 1475.
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CRUCICLE - the vacation ship's staff enjoys a frozen treat on a stick (originally, two sticks)

CRUBIBLE - Holy Scripture with very short almost velvety pages

CARUCIBLE - like a male voice range capable of reaching high notes