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marlingspike

/ˈmɑː.lɪŋ.spaɪk/

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noun

/ˈmɑː.lɪŋ.spaɪk/C2formaltechnical
  • ruЗаострённый железный ручной инструмент, используемый для разделения прядей верёвки или троса, обычно при сращивании.

A pointed iron hand tool used to separate strands of a rope or cable, typically during splicing.

  1. Rope-working toolC2formal

    A pointed iron hand tool used to separate strands of a rope or cable, especially during splicing.

    ruИнструмент для работы с верёвками

    • The sailor used a marlingspike to splice the thick rope.
    • He carefully inserted the marlingspike between the strands of the cable.
    • A marlingspike is essential for working with heavy maritime ropes.

    Synonymsspike

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