calk

A pointed projection on a horseshoe to prevent its slipping.

A spike on the sole of a boot to prevent slipping, particularly used in logging.

Near-synonym: cleat

Alternative form of caulk (“a short sleep, nap”).

Alternative spelling of caulk.

When a joint was calked, the bell piece was then separated,

To make an indentation in the edge of a metal plate, as along a seam in a steam boiler or an iron ship, to force the edge of the upper plate hard against the lower and so fill the crevice.

Alternative form of caulk (“to take a short sleep, nap”).

To copy (a drawing) by rubbing the back of it with red or black chalk, and then passing a blunt stylus or needle over the lines, so as to leave a tracing on the paper or other thing against which it is laid or held.