Boathook

/ˈboʊthʊk/ noun

Definition

A long pole with a hook or prong at the end, used on boats to catch and pull in ropes, rings, or other objects, or to push off from docks.

Etymology

Compound of 'boat' + 'hook' (from Old Norse 'hōkr'), a specialized nautical tool whose name simply describes its form and primary boat-related function.

Kelly Says

The boathook is one of the most ingeniously simple tools in nautical history—it hasn't changed in centuries because its design is already perfect for its job, combining leverage and reach with control.

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