Gambrel

Origin

Origin uncertain, perhaps from Old Northern French gamberel, from gambe ("leg").

Full definition of gambrel

Noun

1. The hind leg of a horse.
2. (obsolete) A bar, usually metal, with a central loop and a hook at each end, used to hang a carcass for butchering.
3. (US, architecture) A gambrel roof.

Derived terms

• gambrel roof
• gambrel-roofed

Verb

1. To truss or hang up by means of a gambrel.

Anagrams

• gambler