CROTCH (3)

Crotch, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Crotched (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Crotch"ing.] 1. 1. To provide with a crotch; to give the form of a crotch to; as, to crotch the ends of ropes in splicing or tying knots.
2. 2. (Logging) To notch (a log) on opposite sides to provide a grip for the dogs in hauling.