GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Calk , n. [Cf. AS. calc shoe, hoof, L. calx, calcis, heel, calcar, spur.]
   A sharp-pointed piece of iron or steel projecting downward on the shoe of a horse or an ox, to prevent the animal from slipping; -- called also calker, calkin.
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   An instrument with sharp points, worn on the sole of a shoe or boot, to prevent slipping.
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   same as caulk{2}, n..
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2.       
   Calker , n.
   One who calks.
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   A calk on a shoe. See Calk, n., 1.
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