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kevel
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kevel, n. [Prov. E. kevil, cavel, rod, pole, a large hammer, horse's bit; cf. Icel. kefli cylinder, a stick, mangle, and Dan. kievle a roller.].
- A strong cleat to which large ropes are belayed. [1913 Webster]
- A stone mason's hammer. [1913 Webster]
kevel, n.
The gazelle. [1913 Webster]
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