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can-hooks (iou)



can-hooks noun pl. L15.
[from unkn. 1st elem. + HOOK noun + -S1.]
Chiefly Nautical. (Tackle consisting of) two hooks joined by a short length of chain or rope, used for hoisting casks etc.