tack
Posted: Thu Feb 01, 2024 11:32 pm
A nice short word that probably has too many meanings for the Doctor to want to tackle it.
1. As a verb, to attach or fasten; as a noun, the object used to make the fastening; generally associated with woodworking. A tack in sewing is also a quick attachment.
2. In sailing, the direction of the vessel with respect to the wind, also the action of setting that direction.
3. The harness for a horse, kept in a tack room when not in use.
4. A component of the word hardtack, an edible and durable food.
1. As a verb, to attach or fasten; as a noun, the object used to make the fastening; generally associated with woodworking. A tack in sewing is also a quick attachment.
2. In sailing, the direction of the vessel with respect to the wind, also the action of setting that direction.
3. The harness for a horse, kept in a tack room when not in use.
4. A component of the word hardtack, an edible and durable food.