Inglefield clip en · NOUN
Etymology
After the person who invented it in the 1890s, Edward Fitzmaurice Inglefield.
Meanings
- A double chain-link clip which is opened and closed by alignment of the chamfered gaps in each. Often used for flag halyards and jib sheets.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inglefield clips | Number=Plur | lexicographic |