n. & v. colloq.
—n.
1 an inefficient, broken-down, or worn-out person.
2 a worn-out vehicle, ship, etc.
—v.
1 intr. (foll. by up) break down, collapse.
2 tr. (often foll. by up) disable, cause to collapse.
Etymology: orig. Sc., perh. f. Flem.
2.
n.
1 an earthenware pot or jar.
2 a broken piece of earthenware.
Etymology: OE croc(ca)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.