log

English

/lɒɡ/, /lɔɡ/, /lɑɡ/

noun
Definitions
  • The trunk of a dead tree, cleared of branches.
  • Any bulky piece as cut from the above, used as timber, fuel etc.
  • Anything shaped like a log; a cylinder.
  • (nautical) A floating device, usually of wood, used in navigation to estimate the speed of a vessel through water.
  • (figuratively) A blockhead; a very stupid person.
  • (surfing) A heavy longboard.
  • (figuratively) A rolled cake with filling.
  • (mining) A weight or block near the free end of a hoisting rope to prevent it from being drawn through the sheave.
  • (vulgar) A piece of feces.
  • (vulgar) A penis.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English logge (stick) derived from Old Norse lóg (place).

Origin

Old Norse

lóg

Gloss

place

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Person/Thing

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