boathook

boathook
boathook [bōt′hook΄]
n.
a long pole with a metal hook on one end, for maneuvering boats, logs, or rafts

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boat hook n.
A pole with a metal point and hook at one end used especially to maneuver logs, rafts, and boats.

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