Definition of "cavel" in English

noun

1. (obsolete) A gag.

2. (dialectal) A horse's bit.

noun

1. Alternative form of kevel (“stonemason's hammer”).

noun

1. (obsolete or dialectal) The stick or runestaff used in casting lots; a lot.

2. (obsolete or dialectal) A part, share, lot.

3. (obsolete or dialectal) A parcel or allotment of land.