Definition of crow-bill:
(n) :
A bird, usually black, of the genus Corvus, having a strong conical beak, with projecting bristles; it has a harsh, croaking call.
(n) :
A bar of iron with a beak, crook or claw; a bar of iron used as a lever; a crowbar.
(n) :
(derogatory) An ill-tempered and obstinate woman, or one who otherwise has features resembling the bird; a harpy.
(n) :
(ethnic slur, offensive, slang) A black person.
(v) :
(intransitive) To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance.
(v) :
(intransitive) To shout in exultation or defiance; to brag.