Noah Webster Dictionary (1913 edition): Crutch

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Noah Webster Dictionary (1913 edition): Crutch


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(1):

(v. t.) To support on crutches; to prop up.

(2):

(n.) A forked stanchion or post; a crotch. See Crotch.

(3):

(n.) A staff with a crosspiece at the head, to be placed under the arm or shoulder, to support the lame or infirm in walking.

(4):

(n.) A knee, or piece of knee timber

(5):

(n.) A form of pommel for a woman's saddle, consisting of a forked rest to hold the leg of the rider.