NOUN: "a small usually cylindrical pointed or tapered piece (as of wood)" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "a small usually cylindrical pointed or tapered piece (as of wood)" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing
2. small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc.
(verb)
1. succeed in obtaining a position
2. fasten or secure with a wooden pin

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CYLINDRICAL (adjective)
1. having the form of a cylinder
POINTED (adjective)
1. direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant
2. having a point

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