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"Swifter"
Keywords:
shroud
,
slack
,
nearer
,
mast
,
rigging
The forward shroud of a lower mast.
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To tighten, as slack standing rigging, by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.
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Keywords:
capstan
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encircle
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longitudinally
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strengthen
,
rope
A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while men are turning it.
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A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.
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