Boathook
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbəʊtˌhʊk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Boathook is a noun meaning A hook attached to a pole used for pulling or pushing boats, rafts, logs or other objects to or from the side of a boat.
Meaning
A hook attached to a pole used for pulling or pushing boats, rafts, logs or other objects to or from the side of a boat.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A pole or rod with such a hook at one end.
Example Sentences
After that, Hanukkah curled up on the steps of the mosque and withdrew into sleep and his dream of Sarah, of the faint smell of burning sandalwood when she took his head into her lap, a dream from which Amram’s horny toe now dislodged him with all the tenderness of a boathook.
Word Forms
- boathooks
Synonyms for boathook
Depending on context, synonyms include gaff.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hoke, hooke, beedhook, hake, howker, hook.
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