noun a small anchor used for warping or kedging a ship
In engineering, kedge can refer to a small anchor used to help position or move heavy objects, such as ships or barges.
In maritime navigation, a kedge is a small anchor used to keep a ship in position or to help it move in a particular direction.
In military operations, kedges may be used as a means of securing or stabilizing equipment or vehicles in challenging terrain.
In recreational boating, kedges are sometimes used as secondary anchors or for temporary mooring in shallow waters.
In nautical history, kedge anchors were commonly used by sailing ships to maneuver in tight spaces or adverse conditions.
In writing, 'kedge' can be used metaphorically to mean to provide support or stability to a narrative, such as kedge an argument with evidence.
Psychologists may use 'kedge' to describe the process of providing emotional support or encouragement to a client in therapy.
In maritime engineering, 'kedge' refers to a small anchor used to keep a ship stable in a particular position, such as during repairs or maintenance work.