gaffle Meaning, Definition & Usage

Gaf"fle noun
Etymology
Cf. AS. geafl fork, LG., D., Sw., & Dan. gaffel, G. gabel, W. gafl, Ir. & Gael. gabhal. Cf. Gaff.
Definitions
  1. An artificial spur or gaff for gamecocks.
  2. A lever to bend crossbows.

Webster 1913