belaying pin (Meaning)

Wordnet

belaying pin (n)

a wood or metal bar to which a rope can be secured (as on a ship or in mountain climbing)

Webster

belaying pin ()

A strong pin in the side of a vessel, or by the mast, round which ropes are wound when they are fastened or belayed.

Synonyms & Antonyms of belaying pin

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belaying pin Sentence Examples

  1. The ship's deckhand secured the rope to the belaying pin, ensuring the vessel remained stable.
  2. The climber carefully wrapped the rope around the belaying pin, providing a reliable anchor point.
  3. The arborist used a belaying pin to keep the rope taut while trimming the tree.
  4. The sailor deftly attached the halyard to the belaying pin, preparing the sail for hoisting.
  5. The construction worker tied the chain to the belaying pin, preventing it from slipping during the lift.
  6. The mountain guide used the belaying pin to create a secure anchor for the climber on the ascent.
  7. The boatman secured the oars to the belaying pins, keeping them out of the way during the journey.
  8. The dockworker looped the mooring line around the belaying pin, ensuring the boat was safely docked.
  9. The rigger attached the sling to the belaying pin, preparing to lift a heavy load.
  10. The firefighter used a belaying pin to secure the safety line, ensuring the rescuer remained attached during the descent.

FAQs About the word belaying pin

a wood or metal bar to which a rope can be secured (as on a ship or in mountain climbing)A strong pin in the side of a vessel, or by the mast, round which ropes

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The ship's deckhand secured the rope to the belaying pin, ensuring the vessel remained stable.

The climber carefully wrapped the rope around the belaying pin, providing a reliable anchor point.

The arborist used a belaying pin to keep the rope taut while trimming the tree.

The sailor deftly attached the halyard to the belaying pin, preparing the sail for hoisting.