belaying pins

A form of belaying pin — Any of the short lengths of wood, iron or brass set up in convenient places on a ship to secure running rigging.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of belaying pin
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“belaying pins.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/belaying%20pins. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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