NOUN | artifact | gaff | a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock |
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artifact | gaff | a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail | |
artifact | gaff | an iron hook with a handle |
Sounds | gae'f | |
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Rhymes | allograph ... telegraph: 34 rhymes with aef... |
Meaning | A sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock. | |
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Broader | spike | Each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves) |
Meaning | A spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail. | |
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Part of | sailing vessel, sailing ship | A vessel that is powered by the wind |
Broader | spar | A stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging |
Meaning | An iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish. | |
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Member of | fishing gear, tackle, fishing tackle, fishing rig, rig | gear used in fishing |
Broader | hook | A curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something |
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