ropeband

English

noun
Definitions
  • (nautical) A small piece of spun yarn or marline, used to fasten the head of the sail to the spar.

Etymology

Compound from English rope + English band (swaddling clothes).

Origin

English

band

Gloss

swaddling clothes

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