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Calk
01
a metal projection on the underside of a horseshoe, designed to prevent slipping and improve traction
Examples
The blacksmith added a calk to the horseshoe for better grip on icy roads.
to calk
01
to injure, especially a horse, with a calk or sharp projection on a shoe
Examples
The horse was accidentally calked during the race.
02
to seal joints or seams, especially in a ship, building, or pipe, using a waterproof material such as tar, putty, or caulking compound
Examples
The workers calked the seams of the wooden boat to prevent leaks.
03
to equip a shoe, especially a horse's shoe, with calks or projections for better traction
Examples
They calked the work boots for added grip on frozen ground.
