Parrel

Quick meaning: Parrel is a noun meaning (nautical) A sliding loop of rope or metal, around the mast of a ship, to which a yard or gaff is fitted.

Meaning

(nautical) A sliding loop of rope or metal, around the mast of a ship, to which a yard or gaff is fitted.

Example Sentences

The earliest form of parrel was probably a rope loosely lashed about the mast and yard.

The batten parrels are best made of large diameter polypropylene line because it slides well.

Excavating with the suction dredge, the field crew located a parrel, and a second parrel was found a short distance away.

Word Forms

• parrels
• parral

Synonyms for parrel

Depending on context, synonyms include rackie.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include parral, gunter, yard-rope, garland, sling, yardrope.

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