hog-backed

[ hawg-bakt, hog- ]

adjective

1. cambered, as the ridge of a roof, a hill, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hog-backed¹

First recorded in 1645–55

Example Sentences

This is done by putting curvature on the blade or making it what is called "hog-backed."

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We ascended the side of the hog-backed hill to the north of the Rhyadr.

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Such boats after a little use become bent up in the middle, or "hog-backed."

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At West Kirby is a nearly complete example of a hog-backed stone.

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Now it is she who takes the upper hand, and pushes the hog-backed one before her through the water.

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