Word: cathead
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cat
head
Definition: A heavy piece of timber projecting from each side of the bow of a ship for holding anchors which were fitted with a stock in position for letting go or for securing after weighing.
Morphemes:
Affix: cat
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A strong tackle used to hoist an anchor to the cathead of a ship.
Affix: head
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The bow of a vessel.