English Word · Advanced
catfall
a rope used to raise an anchor to a ship’s cathead
Pronunciation: /ˈkætˌfɔːl/
Meaning
A rope used to hoist an anchor to a cathead, the projecting support near a ship’s bow.
Example
The crew hauled on the catfall to raise the anchor to its bow support.
The crew hauled on the catfall to raise the anchor to its bow support.
Practice tips
- Practice catfall out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.