marlinspike (Meaning)
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marlinspike (n)
a pointed iron hand tool that is used to separate strands of a rope or cable (as in splicing)
Synonyms & Antonyms of marlinspike
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marlinspike Sentence Examples
- The weathered sailor deftly wielded his marlinspike to unravel the tangled cordage.
- The captain clutched his marlinspike tightly, a symbol of his authority on the ship.
- The marlinspike lay abandoned on the deck, a testament to the hardships of the storm.
- The young apprentice watched intently as the old boatswain used a marlinspike to splice the frayed rope.
- The marlinspike pierced the tough canvas, allowing the sailors to secure the sail.
- The rusted marlinspike, once a vital tool, now served as a grim reminder of the ship's past.
- The sailor's marlinspike was more than just a tool; it was an extension of his own hands.
- The marlinspike slipped out of the sailor's grip, plummeting into the depths.
- The marlinspike was a weapon in the hands of a desperate pirate.
- The polished marlinspike, hanging in the ship's cabin, represented the captain's pride in his vessel.
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a pointed iron hand tool that is used to separate strands of a rope or cable (as in splicing)
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The weathered sailor deftly wielded his marlinspike to unravel the tangled cordage.
The captain clutched his marlinspike tightly, a symbol of his authority on the ship.
The marlinspike lay abandoned on the deck, a testament to the hardships of the storm.
The young apprentice watched intently as the old boatswain used a marlinspike to splice the frayed rope.
