Gait

The spacing of the needles in the dial and cylinder in relation to each other on rib (double-knit) and interlock knitting machines. In rib gaiting, the dial needles are midway ...

gait

Sports; Horse racing

Harness horses are divided into two distinct groups, pacers or trotters, depending on their gait when racing. The gait is the manner in that a horse moves its legs when running. ...

dead ring

Animals; Dogs

The stationary ring on a training collar that pulls on the collar, not the dog’s neck.

hot spot

Animals; Dogs

A localized area of skin infection. It’s usually round, red, and warm to the touch.

registration certificate

Animals; Dogs

The paper certifying a dog’s registration with an accredited organization.

release word

Animals; Dogs

A word that lets a dog know that she is free to move.

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Animals; Dogs

An official registry for purebred dogs in the United States, which keeps a registry of all litter and individual registrations.

clicker

Animals; Dogs

A small hand-held device that makes a sharp cracking sound when pressed. Paired with a food reward, an effective dog-training tool.

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Industry/Domain: Baked goods Category: Cakes

parkin

A type of cake or sometimes biscuit that is made from oatmeal and molasses. It is most commonly eaten in England, particularly Yorkshire, and most ...