English Word · Intermediate

breastrope

breastband

Pronunciation: say breastrope

Meaning

A rope or strap used to secure a breastband or to hold a sail in place on a ship.

Example

The sailor tightened the breastrope to ensure the sail remained secure during the storm.

The sailor tightened the breastrope to ensure the sail remained secure during the storm.

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