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Forechain

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Forechain is a noun meaning (nautical, usually in the plural) A chain securing the lower shrouds of the foremast.

Meaning

(nautical, usually in the plural) A chain securing the lower shrouds of the foremast.

Example Sentences

"Slip into the lee forechains, Billy; there is something in the wind. […]"

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include foreship, forecourse, foreyard, foresail, forecastle, forefoot.

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