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caber

/kæbər/ noun · British & US
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What does caber mean?

noun

A large, heavy tree trunk, typically from a Scots pine, used as a heavy object in Scottish athletic competitions, such as caber tossing. A caber is also a type of wooden beam used in construction.

Example

"The athlete successfully tossed the caber over the bar, earning a standing ovation from the crowd."

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