Fig.: That which connects or binds; a chain; a link; a bond
connection.

A mark of servitude; hence, servitude; slavery; bondage;
service.

A frame or convex piece by which a bell is hung for ringing
it. See Illust. of Bell.

A tie securing two timbers together, not used for part of a
regular truss, but serving a temporary purpose, as to provide against
unusual strain.

A crosspiece upon the head of a boat’s rudder. To its ends
lines are attached which lead forward so that the boat can be steered
from amidships.

A frame worn on the neck of an animal, as a cow, a pig, a
goose, to prevent passage through a fence.

A frame or piece resembling a yoke, as in use or shape.

A bar or frame of wood by which two oxen are joined at the
heads or necks for working together.

A frame of wood fitted to a person’s shoulders for carrying
pails, etc., suspended on each side; as, a milkmaid’s yoke.

A bent crosspiece connecting two other parts.