English Explanatory Dictionary

hogframe

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A trussed frame extending fore and aft, usually above deck, and intended to increase the longitudinal strength and stiffness, formerly used in American river and lake steamboats.

Word forms

hogframe hogframes

Etymology

From hog + frame. Related to hogging, which it was designed to counter.

Synonyms

hogback hogging frame

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