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chock 1. Nautical a. a fairlead consisting of a ringlike device with an opening at the top through which a rope is placed b. a cradle-like support for a boat, barrel, etc. 2. Mountaineering See nut chock [chäk] (mining engineering) A square pillar for supporting the roof in a mine, constructed of prop timber laid up in alternate cross layers, in log-cabin style, the center being filled with waste. (naval architecture) An open or closed metal fitting through which ropes, wires, or cables are passed. A block or wedge for supporting a boat that is being repaired. 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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SANTA CLARITA - Chocking back tears, Jo Anne Darcy stepped down as mayor Tuesday night, turning the gavel over to Laurene Weste. Furmanite's customers around the world are already reaping tremendous benefits by using this truly effective and state-of-the-art conductor analysis and chocking solution," says Gary Gardner, President of Furmanite America. 1 -- 3) Top, Ben Flamm of the Public Interest Research Group speaks on toys that pose a chocking or toxic risk. |
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