singletree

English

noun
Definitions
  • A bar behind draft animals and in front of a load, such as a wagon, that balances the load. Generally the animals are attached at the ends and the wagon or other load to a pivot in the middle of the singletree.

Etymology

Compound from English single + English tree.

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English

tree

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