Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A horsing-block.
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Examples
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The bearer of the letter was met, at the head of the gang-ladder by a lieutenant, and informed that the Commodore was much incensed at the insult offered to the flag, and would not receive any communication from the shore until it should be explained.
The Defence of Stonington (Connecticut) Against a British Squadron, August 9th to 12th, 1814 1859
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