cork² n also cark*, kork [phonetics unavailable]. Cp OED calk sb¹ 1, 2. Protruding metal point to hold (something) in place.
   P 65-64 Carks are driven into the bunks to keep the bottom logs from rolling around [on the sled]. Carks are spikes with the sharp part up. [1987] QUINLAN 31 [The loggers] had iron korks in the boots to stick into the wood.

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