The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Calk \Calk\ (k[add]k), n. [Cf. AS. calc shoe, hoof, L. calx,
calcis, heel, calcar, spur.]
1. A sharp-pointed piece of iron or steel projecting downward
on the shoe of a horse or an ox, to prevent the animal
from slipping; -- called also calker, calkin.
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2. An instrument with sharp points, worn on the sole of a
shoe or boot, to prevent slipping.
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3. same as caulk[2], n..
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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Calker \Calk"er\, n.
1. One who calks.
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2. A calk on a shoe. See Calk, n., 1.
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