bow guard

Definitions

1. 1

   Alternative form of bowguard.

   • The bow guard— called ketoh by the Navajo— is worn around the wrist while shooting with a bow and arrow to protect from the stinging snap of a released bowstring.
   • Totally plain blade and simple two-branch, single-knuckle bow guard with evidence of crude sand casting.
   • The rawhide bow guard was laced up inside, trimmed with silver buttons, feathers, and paint.
2. 2

   Alternative form of bow-guard.

   • The only metal parts are the rudder hinges and bow guard. Wooden decking, which snaps into place, gives the boat rigidity.
   • Two layers of 3/8" plywood are laminated to the bottom, and spray rails and a hard wood bow guard are added before the hull is flipped right side up.
   • Clambering on to the conning tower, he surveyed the boat and discovered that part of the bow guard had sheered off, leaving a twisted claw of metal.
3. 3

   A guard who is stationed at the bow of a ship.

   • The bow guard was watching the other boat as it floated among several fishing boats waiting for the bridge to open.
   • He glanced toward the bow to see the four bow guards rushing back, clambering over slaves with whips and clubs in hand.
   • He cupped his hands around his mouth and shouted to the bow guard.

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