peavey

/ˈpivi/
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Other forms: peaveys

Definitions of peavey
  1. noun
    a stout lever with a sharp spike; used for handling logs
    synonyms: cant dog, dog hook, peavy
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    types:
    cant hook
    a peavey having a hook instead of a spike; used for handling logs
    type of:
    lever
    a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
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