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2 | 25% | 8 | A rope or strap used to extend the reach of a cannon's breeching rope | |
3 | 25% | 8 | A technique used in rope skipping or jump rope | |
A Yachtsmans Rope Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "INHAUL" which means:
- noun
- • A rope used to haul in the clew of a sail, or a jib boom
An example sentence would be:
- • "He used an inhaul to pull the sail in closer to the boat."
- • "The sailor adjusted the inhaul to control the tension on the jib."
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