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stockless, a.|ˈstɒklɪs|
[f. stock n.1 + -less.]
1. Without a stock; spec. of an anchor.
1886St. James's Gaz. 14 Jan. 6/2 He fired off his stockless gun. 1901Westm. Gaz. 5 July 1/2 Stockless anchors. 1909Light Keeper June 3 The use of stockless anchors has now become universal in the mercantile marine.
2. Without agricultural stock.
1901Scotsman 16 Apr. 8/3 The conclusion of the campaign will find the conquered colonies practically stockless. |