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Boltrope

UK
/ˈbəʊl.trəʊp/
US
/ˈboʊl.troʊp/
ru

Translation of "boltrope" into Russian

boltrope
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˈbəʊl.trəʊp/
US
/ˈboʊl.troʊp/
boltrope
boltropes pl
ликовый канат
The sail was reinforced with a boltrope along its edges.
Парус был усилен ликовым канатом по краям.

Definitions

boltrope
Noun
raiting
UK
/ˈbəʊl.trəʊp/
US
/ˈboʊl.troʊp/
A rope sewn into the edge of a sail to prevent it from tearing.
The sailmaker carefully stitched the boltrope to ensure the sail's durability.
A rope sewn along the edge of an awning, tarpaulin, or other canvas fabric to reinforce it and provide a means of attachment.
The old tarpaulin's boltrope had frayed, making it difficult to tie down the cover.

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