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yard-rope

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A rope that goes through a block or sheave at the top of a mast that is used for hoisting or lowering a yard; gantline.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: nautical, transport

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