English Word · Advanced
deadeye
a perforated wooden disc used to tighten ship’s rigging
Pronunciation: /ˈdɛdaɪ/
Meaning
A wooden disc with holes for a rope, used to tighten the ropes that support a sailing ship’s mast.
Example
The sailor threaded the lanyard through the deadeye to tighten the shroud.
The sailor threaded the lanyard through the deadeye to tighten the shroud.
Practice tips
- Practice deadeye 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.