The term CRUDE-CARRYING CRAFT can be broken down into two parts: the word 'CRUDE' and the phrase 'carrying craft'. The word 'CRUDE' refers to oil or petroleum, while the phrase 'carrying craft' refers to a vessel or ship used to transport it. The crossword solution for this term is OILER, which is a person who works on a ship that carries oil or petroleum. An Oiler is responsible for maintaining and operating the machinery and equipment related to the ship's propulsion system, such as the engines, pumps, and boilers. They also perform other duties such as lubricating and cleaning the machinery, and monitoring the fuel and oil levels.