the joint in the hind limb of quadrupeds between the leg and shank, or tibia and tarsus, and corresponding to the ankle in man.-a piece cut by butchers, esp. in pork, from either the front or hind leg, just above the foot.-the popliteal space; the ham.-same as hock, a joint.-same as hock, to hamstring.-an adz; a hoe.-to cut with a hoe.