huck

/hʌk/

Definitions

1. noun

a beam or spar (as in a bridge or a ship) that is used to support a load or to connect two structures

“The ship’s huck was damaged during the storm, causing it to lose stability.”

2. noun

a stick or branch of wood used for a particular purpose (such as a fishing rod or a walking stick)

“He used a huck to help him cross the river.”

3. verb

to strike or throw something with a sudden movement

“She hucked the ball to her teammate, scoring a point.”

Synonyms

  • beam
  • rod
  • spar
  • stick

Antonyms

  • ballast
  • weight