skew putt

noun

: a stone at the foot of the slope of a masonry gable cut with a sloping surface and with a check to hold the coping stones

Word History

Etymology

skew entry 1 + Scots put buttress, probably from English put (throw, thrust)

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now