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Meaning of swifter

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

swifter

noun

Definitions

  1. A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while it is being turned.

  2. A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.

  3. The forward shroud of a lower mast.

verb

Definitions

  1. To tighten (e.g. slack standing rigging) by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.