hogback

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Synonyms: hoback

Antonyms: hoback

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|geology}} A sharp steep-sided [[ridge]] formed by the [[erosion]] of tilting [[strata]],
2. {{lb|en|nautical}} A [[hogframe]].
3. A [[Viking]] [[grave]] [[marker]] taking the form of a [[recumbent]] [[monument]], generally with a curved ([[hogbacked]]) ridge and outwardly curved sides.

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