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noun
A neat, flat spiral coil used for rope.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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Synonyms: flemish
Antonyms: none provided
History
From Flemish (“of or relating to Flanders”) + coil, since the technique began with sailors from Flanders.
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