headstick

/ˈhedstɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A stick or rod used as a walking aid, especially by someone with a broken leg.

“The hiker used a headstick to support her injured leg while she climbed the mountain.”

2. noun

A device or tool with a handle and a projecting part, used for a specific task or function.

“The mechanic used a headstick to insert the new spark plug into the engine.”

Synonyms

  • canes
  • staff
  • walking stick

Antonyms

  • heel