kyack

English

Etymology 1

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Noun

kyack (plural kyacks)

1. A packsack to be swung on either side of a packsaddle.
   • 1920, Peter B. Kyne, chapter XV, in The Understanding Heart:

     From the tonneau of Bentley's car the sheriff and Garland removed the groceries and sick-room supplies, stowing them in the kyacks.

Etymology 2

Noun

kyack (plural kyacks)

1. Obsolete spelling of kayak.