Gaskin definition
The part of the hind leg of a horse or related animal between the stifle and the hock.
noun
(obsolete) Galligaskins.
noun
(obs.) Galligaskins.
noun
The upper part of the hind leg of a horse or other hoofed animal.
noun
The part of the hind leg of a horse or related animal between the stifle and the hock.
noun
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Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
gaskin
Plural:
gaskinsOrigin of gaskin
- Probably short for galligaskins
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition