I. ˈkej adjective
Etymology: Middle English kygge
chiefly Scotland : brisk , lively
II. transitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: Middle English caggen
: to move (a ship) from one position to another by means of a line attached to a kedge dropped at the distance and in the direction desired
III. noun
or kedge anchor “- ; also kedg·er ˈkejə(r)
( -s )
: a small anchor that is used in light work (as kedging)