handspike
IPA: hˈændspˈaɪk
noun
- A bar or lever, generally of wood, used in a windlass or capstan, for heaving anchor, and, in modified forms, for various purposes.
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Examples of "handspike" in Sentences
- A handspike is similar to a crowbar.
- Farrell suffered a blow to the head from a handspike thrown by Donnelly.
- A well run furnace should be able to be tapped with a handspike and a hammer.
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