cunningham en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after its inventor, Briggs Cunningham.
Meanings
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A downhaul located at the tack of a sail, used for tightening the luff.
First route the cunningham through the fairlead, then the cam cleat. Tie a figure 8 knot seated close to the cam cleat.
(Can we date this quote?), “Laser Rigging Instructions”, in California State University, Sacramento, page 1:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cunninghams | Number=Plur | lexicographic |