Buntlines

/ˈbʌntlaɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of buntline; ropes attached to the bottom edge of sails that pull them up toward the yard when furling sails on a ship.

Etymology

From 'bunt' (to pull up or gather) plus 'line,' a nautical term dating from at least the 1600s describing essential rigging equipment.

Kelly Says

Sailors had to memorize dozens of rope names, and buntlines were crucial—sailors sang songs about them because they were so essential for controlling the massive canvas sails!

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