wale

Definitions

• A ridge or low barrier.
• A raised rib in knit goods or fabric, especially corduroy. (As opposed to course).
• The texture of a piece of fabric.
• (nautical) A horizontal ridge or ledge on the outside planking of a wooden ship. (See gunwale, chainwale)
• A horizontal timber used for supporting or retaining earth.
• A timber bolted to a row of piles to secure them together and in position.
• A ridge on the outside of a horse collar.
• A ridge or streak produced on skin by a cane or whip.