marline
/'mɑ:lin/
Definition
- Noun:
- A small, strong cord used in sailing: "Marline" refers to a specific type of small-diameter, tarred cord, traditionally made by twisting two strands together. It is used aboard ships for various tasks, such as serving (protecting) and seizing (binding) ropes.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The sailor used marline to bind the ropes together securely.
- Always keep a coil of tarred marline handy for repairs on deck.
Advanced Usage
- "To serve a rope with marline": To wrap a rope with marline to protect it from wear and chafing.
- Before hoisting the sail, they served the frayed section of the halyard with marline.
Variants and Related Words
- Marlinespike (n): A pointed metal tool used by sailors to separate strands of rope when splicing.
- He used a marlinespike to work the marline into the tight knot.
Synonyms
- Small stuff: A general nautical term for thin, strong cordage used for light duty.
- Seizing line: A cord specifically used for binding or seizing.
Related Phrases
- "Marline hitch": A type of knot or hitch used to secure marline or similar cord when lashing.
- He finished the lashing with a secure marline hitch.
Noun
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a small usually tarred line of 2 strands
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