bitthead

A noun referring to the upper end of a bitt, typically used in nautical contexts.

• 🇵🇹Parte superior de um cunho ou cabeço de amarração, usada em contexto marítimo para fixar cabos de amarração.

1. Upper end of a bitt C2 formal

   The top part of a bitt, which is a vertical post used on ships for securing ropes or cables.

   • The sailor wrapped the rope around the bitthead.
   • The bitthead was worn from years of use.
   • He secured the mooring line to the bitthead.

   🇵🇹Cabeça do cunho