Fairleader
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fairleader is a noun meaning (nautical) A fitting used to guide a line, cable or sheet with minimal friction. Used for anchor lines, and for rigging on sailing ships.
Meaning
(nautical) A fitting used to guide a line, cable or sheet with minimal friction. Used for anchor lines, and for rigging on sailing ships.
Word Forms
- fairleaders
Synonyms for fairleader
Depending on context, synonyms include fairlead.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include leefang, foresheet, gantline, headfast, parrel, foresail.
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