crabstick

noun

Definition of crabsticknext
as in hickory

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  1. hickory
  2. birch
  3. rattan
  4. mace
  5. switch
  6. stave
Noun
  • Use applewood, hickory, oak or a combination for balanced smoke flavor.
    — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Chris Williams, founder, owner, and chef of Roy’s Grille in Irmo, South Carolina is especially fond of bacon that’s smoked with apple and cherry, but hickory, maple, mesquite, and pecan are also popular options.
    — Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
Definition of hickory
Noun
  • Each copy was written on birch bark leaves in honor of Potawatomi tradition.
    — Suzanne Le Mignot, CBS News, 27 June 2026
  • The lightweight formula pairs hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin with soothing birch sap, panthenol, and purslane extract to keep skin comfortable and calm throughout the day.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026
Definition of birch
Noun
  • It’s fueled by a propane tank that tucks neatly inside the table, which is crafted from a combination of metal and weather-resistant rattan.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026
  • The set is wrapped in durable rattan with steel frames underneath, and the tabletop is made of weather-resistant acacia wood.
    — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Definition of rattan
Noun
  • After that, my father consulted with our mailman, who went to his truck and returned with a large cannister of mace.
    — Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
  • According to Chicago police, 53 people were arrested, and nine weapons were recovered—including guns, knives, tasers, and bear mace.
    — Shardaa Gray, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Definition of mace
Noun
  • This is an infuriating bait-and-switch case compounded by a gross disregard for public health and safety.
    — Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
  • Sabrina Carpenter debuted a rare hair switch-up at Dior Haute Couture show.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Definition of switch
Noun
  • In this case, Hole 1 features the mildest stave finish, while Hole 3 is the most intense.
    — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
  • The lone artisan in his shop shaving out a single bow at a time from a stave of wood was a thing of the past.
    — Clare Conley, Outdoor Life, 18 Sep. 2025
Definition of stave
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