marlinspike

[US]/ˈmɑːlɪnˌspaɪk/
[UK]/ˈmɑːrlɪnˌspaɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.marlinspike
Word Forms

Example Sentences

he used a marlinspike to splice the thick rope.

every sailor should know basic marlinspike seamanship skills.

she kept a polished steel marlinspike in her pocket.

the bosun sharpened the marlinspike before beginning work.

the tool is historically known as a marlinspike.

they taught the recruits how to handle a marlinspike safely.

a fid looks quite similar to a marlinspike.

he loosened the knot using a heavy iron marlinspike.

marlinspike skills are essential for complex decorative knotting.

the old sailor carved a handle for his marlinspike.

the marlinspike was used to separate the strands of the cable.

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