• (n.) The joint in the hind limb of quadrupeds between the leg and shank, or tibia and tarsus, and corresponding to the ankle in man. • (n.) The popliteal space; the ham. • (n.) A piece cut by butchers, esp. in pork, from either the front or hind leg, just above the foot. • (v. t.) Same as Hock, to hamstring. • (n.) An adz... Found on http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/hough/
Hough transitive verb [ imperfect & past participle Houghed ; present participle & verbal noun Houghing .] Same as Hock , to hamstring. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/H/65