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swifter
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A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while it is being turned.
Other meanings
2. noun
A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.
3. noun
The forward shroud of a lower mast.
4. verb
To tighten (e.g. slack standing rigging) by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.
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