Nock
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A nock is the notch in the end of an arrow. As a verb, it means to place an arrow on the bowstring to ready it for shooting. It may also refer to:
Surname
- Albert Jay NockAlbert Jay NockAlbert Jay Nock was an influential United States libertarian author, educational theorist, and social critic of the early and middle 20th century.- Life and work :...
(1873-1945), American author - Henry Nock (1741–1804), gunsmith who also founded Wilkinson SwordWilkinson SwordWilkinson Sword is a brand name for companies that make gardening tools and razors. Wilkinson Sword's origins are in the manufacture of swords. The company was founded in London in 1772. The brand is currently owned by Energizer Holdings. Past product lines have included guns, bayonets, and other...
in 1772 - O. S. Nock (1905–1994), engineer and railway historian
See also
- Knock (disambiguation)
- Nauck (disambiguation)
- NOK (disambiguation)