Reference meaning
gaff
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a sharp metal spike or spur that is fastened to the leg of a gamecock
Other meanings
2. noun
a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail
3. noun
an iron hook with a handle; used for landing large fish
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