CRIN

Crin is a term with multiple meanings in different contexts. In French, crin means horsehair, a material historically used in upholstery, padding, and the stiffened undergarments known as crinolines. The English word crinoline derives from crin, reflecting the use of horsehair in its construction. The root crin- ultimately traces to Latin crinis, meaning hair, and in scholarly language the form crin- marks terms related to hair-like structures, though such uses are specialized.

CRIN is an acronym for the Child Rights Information Network, an international non-governmental organization based in London. CRIN gathers information on child rights, conducts advocacy support, and provides resources for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. It operates through a network of partner organizations and a public online library.

Other uses are rare and context-specific. As a proper noun, crin may appear in personal names or place names in various languages, though these uses are not standardized in English-language reference works.