footrope

English

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) a rope attached to the lower part of a sail
  • (nautical) a rope attached to a yard that sailors stood on to stabilize it when furling or reefing

Etymology

Compound from English foot (walk, foot) + English rope.

Origin

English

rope

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