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ground tackle

/ɡraʊnd ˈtækəl/

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/ɡraʊnd ˈtækəl/C1formaltechnical
  • ruМорской термин, обозначающий оборудование, используемое для постановки судна на якорь, включая якорь, цепь и другие связанные приспособления.

A nautical term referring to the equipment used to anchor a vessel, including the anchor, chain, and other related gear.

  1. Anchoring equipmentC2formal

    The collective term for the equipment used to anchor a vessel, including the anchor, chain, cable, and related fittings.

    ruЯкорное устройство

    • The crew inspected the ground tackle before setting sail.
    • Proper maintenance of ground tackle is essential for safe anchoring.
    • The ship's ground tackle was deployed to hold the vessel in the storm.