Reef-tackle
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Reef-tackle is a noun meaning (nautical) The ropes that are tightened to reef a sail or loosened to fully extend it.
Meaning
(nautical) The ropes that are tightened to reef a sail or loosened to fully extend it.
Example Sentences
topsail yards down upon the caps, and sails flapping and beating against the masts; and starboard watch hauling out the reef-tackles of the main topsail.
Word Forms
- reef-tackles
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reefpoint, reef, reef-band, reef point, reefing, nettles.
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