Hogback

3 definitions found

From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]:

  Hogback \Hog"back`\, n.
     1. (Arch.) An upward curve or very obtuse angle in the upper
        surface of any member, as of a timber laid horizontally;
        -- the opposite of {camber}.
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     2. (Naut.) See {Hogframe}.
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     3. (Geol.) A ridge formed by tilted strata; hence, any ridge
        with a sharp summit, and steeply sloping sides.
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From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 [gcide]:

  Hogframe \Hog"frame`\, n. (Steam Vessels)
     A trussed frame extending fore and aft, usually above deck,
     and intended to increase the longitudinal strength and
     stiffness. Used chiefly in American river and lake steamers.
     Called also {hogging frame}, and {hogback}.
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From WordNet (r) 2.0 [wn]:

  hogback
       n : a narrow ridge of hills [syn: {horseback}]