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From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]:
Hogframe \Hog"frame'\, noun (Steam Vessels) A trussed frame extending fore and aft, usually above deck, and intended to increase the longitudinal strength and stiffness. Used chiefly in American river and lake steamers. Called also {hogging frame}, and {hogback}.
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