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boat hook [′bōt ‚hu̇k] (naval architecture) A long rod with a knob on one end and a metal point and hook at the other; used to push or pull other boats, logs, or objects from or to the side of a boat or to engage lines, rings, or buoys. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| While the sea of history remains calm the ruler-administrator in his frail bark, holding on with a boat hook to the ship of the people and himself moving, naturally imagines that his efforts move the ship he is holding on to. It was with difficulty held to the rocks by a boat hook, for the current rushed furiously round the point. The crew had been able to muster but six firearms, so most of them were armed with boat hooks, axes, hatchets and crowbars. |
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