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Record 1 2021-01-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Ropemaking
  • Ship and Boat Parts
CONT

A tripping line is a light line tied to the crown of the anchor. ... If an anchor is fouled, it can be retrieved by pulling the tripping line. This will capsize the anchor and retrieve it upside down.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Corderie
  • Parties des bateaux
DEF

Bout de filin terminé par un croc ou une griffe et dont on fait usage […] pour manier les chaînes des ancres.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Cordelería
  • Partes de los barcos
DEF

Cabo que une y sujeta una boya a un ancla fondeada.

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