English Word · Advanced
ratline
Rope used for a ship's climbing rungs
Pronunciation: /ˈɹætlɪn/
Meaning
Cordage used to make the horizontal rope steps between a sailing ship's shrouds.
Example
The rigger cut fresh ratline for the mast's rope ladder.
The rigger cut fresh ratline for the mast's rope ladder.
Practice tips
- Practice ratline 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.