boathook

== English == === Etymology === From boat +‎ hook. === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈbəʊtˌhʊk/ (General American) IPA(key): /ˈboʊtˌhʊk/ === Noun === boathook (plural boathooks) A hook attached to a pole used for pulling or pushing boats, rafts, logs or other objects to or from the side of a boat. Synonyms: setting pole, gaff, setter, pole hook, hitcher (by extension) A pole or rod with such a hook at one end. ==== Translations ====