Phrase guide
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Sound
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verb
To release the end of the cable (for mooring or anchoring) on board and let it all run out and go overboard, such as when it is not appropriate to weigh anchor.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
Topics: nautical, transport
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
verb
To die.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated, idiomatic
Topics: nautical, transport
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
verb
To shed, to get rid of
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated, idiomatic
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
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