rufter hood
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rufter hood
First recorded in 1565–75; perhaps derivative of ruff 1
Example Sentences
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She will not require a rufter hood, but a good deal of the management described for the passage falcon will be necessary.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" by Various
When first taken, a rufter hood should be put on her head, and she must be furnished with jesses, swivel, leash and bell.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 2 "Fairbanks, Erastus" to "Fens" by Various
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