Gaffle
Pronunciation : Gaf"fle
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. AS. geafl fork, LG., D., Sw., & Dan. gaffel, G. gabel, W. gafl, Ir. & Gael. gabhal. Cf. Gaff.]
Definition : 1. An artificial spur or gaff for gamecocks.
2. A lever to bend crossbows.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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