kicking strap en · NOUN
Meanings
- A piece of rope that connects the lower end of the mast and the boom in order to provide a means for exerting downward force on the boom and thus controlling the shape of the sail.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| kicking straps | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Translations (3)
nl neerhouder (piece of rope) · fi kikki (piece of rope) · fi puomin alasvedin (piece of rope)