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noun \ˈkȯk\
Definition of CALK
: a cleat on the shoe of a horse to prevent slipping; also : a similar device worn on the sole of a shoe
Variants of CALK
calk or caulk \ˈkȯk\
Origin of CALK
probably alteration of calkin, from Middle English kakun, from Middle Dutch or Middle French dialect; Middle Dutch calcoen horse's hoof, from Middle French dialect (Walloon) calcain heel, from Latin calcaneum, from calc-, calx heel
First Known Use: 1587
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verb
Definition of CALK
transitive verb
1
: to furnish with calks
2
: to wound with a calk
Variants of CALK
calk or caulk
First Known Use of CALK
1624
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