Associations to the word «Peavy»

Wiktionary

PEAVY, noun. A tool used to manipulate logs, having a thick wooden handle, a steel point, and a curved hooked arm. Similar to a cant-hook, but shorter and stouter, and with a pointed end.

Dictionary definition

PEAVY, noun. A stout lever with a sharp spike; used for handling logs.

Wise words

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