Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Physical Attributes Facet
3. Attributes and Properties (hierarchy name)
4. [attributes and properties by specific type]
5. form attributes
6. shape (form attribute)
7. U-shaped

Anotations

Scope note:

Having the shape of a horseshoe, that is generally U-shaped but with the arms of the "U" turned inward to varying degree. Named for the protective narrow iron plate that is bent to the outline of the horse's hoof and nailed to the animal's foot.