EARING

earing

Noun

  1. A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff; also called head earing.
  2. A line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard; also called reef earing.
  3. A line fastening the corners of an awning to the rigging or stanchions.
  4. A ploughing of land.


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