deadeye
deadeye
Definition
dead·eye (-ī′)
noun
- a round, flat block of wood with three holes in it for a lanyard, used in pairs on a sailing ship to hold the shrouds and stays taut
- Slang an accurate marksman
deadeye
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- lanyard: Not as flexible as the other polyesters but good for bobstay and bowsprit shroud tackles and deadeye lanyards.
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