What is the meaning of the word "caber"?
The caber toss is one of the most iconic events in the Highland Games, which are traditional Scottish athletic competitions that feature a variety of strength and skill-based events. The caber toss is not only a test of physical strength, but also requires precision, balance, and technique.
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A large wooden log or pole, typically made from a straight tree trunk that has been stripped of its branches and smoothed.
NOUN
- The caber wobbled as it landed, narrowly avoiding falling over.
- The caber wobbled as it landed, narrowly avoiding falling over.
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A long wooden pole that is thrown as test of strength in traditional sports competitions in Scotland. NOUN
- She watched in awe as the caber landed perfectly upright in the grass.
- She watched in awe as the caber landed perfectly upright in the grass.
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A traditional Scottish sporting implement used in the 'caber toss', and event that is part of the Highland Games. NOUN
- The athletes competed in the caber toss event at the Highland Games.
- The athletes competed in the caber toss event at the Highland Games.