becket (Meaning)
becket (n)
(Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170; murdered following his opposition to Henry II's attempts to control the clergy (1118-1170)
(nautical) a short line with an eye at one end and a knot at the other; used to secure loose items on a ship
becket (n.)
A small grommet, or a ring or loop of rope / metal for holding things in position, as spars, ropes, etc.; also a bracket, a pocket, or a handle made of rope.
A spade for digging turf.
Synonyms & Antonyms of becket
becket Sentence Examples
- The sailor secured the rope to the becket on the deck.
- The becket provided a sturdy attachment point for the mooring line.
- The boat was tied to the dock with a thick rope threaded through the becket.
- The becket was worn from years of use, but it held the rope securely.
- The becket was located near the stern of the ship for easy access.
- The crew attached a block and tackle to the becket to lift heavy cargo.
- The becket was a vital component of the ship's rigging.
- The sailor inspected the becket regularly to ensure its integrity.
- The becket was made of high-quality steel to withstand the harsh marine environment.
- The becket played a crucial role in the safe operation of the vessel.
FAQs About the word becket
(Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170; murdered following his opposition to Henry II's attempts to control the clergy (1118-1170),
spiral, hank, curl, whorl,coil, spire, girdle, wreath,annulet, hoop
No antonyms found.
The sailor secured the rope to the becket on the deck.
The becket provided a sturdy attachment point for the mooring line.
The boat was tied to the dock with a thick rope threaded through the becket.
The becket was worn from years of use, but it held the rope securely.
