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Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.
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adj
comparative form of swift: more swift
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: comparative, form-of
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noun
A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while it is being turned.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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noun
A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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noun
The forward shroud of a lower mast.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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verb
To tighten (e.g. slack standing rigging) by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
Topics: nautical, transport
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History
Compare swivel.
