swifter
swifter
Definition
swifter (swif′tər)
noun
Naut. any of various ropes used for tightening or securing some part or thing
Etymology: < obs. swift, to tighten, fasten with a taut rope
swifter
Usage Examples
Preposition: than
- eagle: In life and in death they were not divided; they were swifter than eagles, they were stronger than lions.
swifter Quotes
Citius, altius, fortius. Swifter, higher, stronger.
