killick
Americannoun
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a small anchor or weight for mooring a boat, sometimes consisting of a stone secured by pieces of wood.
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any anchor.
noun
Etymology
Origin of killick
First recorded in 1620–30; origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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Mark Killick, from Paulton in North East Somerset, also used the names Marc Cole and Mark Jenkins when he agreed to take on building work.
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Sentencing Killick, 56, at Bristol Crown Court, Judge Moira Macmillan told him he had caused "serious and ongoing" harm to his victims, leaving their homes in a "truly shocking" state.
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It is the fourth time Killick has been found guilty of fraud since 2008, and police estimate the 37 victims in this case collectively lost more than £1.25m.
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During his five-month trial the prosecution highlighted Killick's spending on luxury goods, including a £25,000 Rolex watch he claimed was an asset for the failing business.
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Killick, of Shoe Lane, was found guilty of 37 counts of fraud and cleared of one at Bristol Crown Court.
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