Catfalls

/ˈkætfɔːlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of catfall; multiple ropes or tackle systems used in ship rigging.

Etymology

Regular plural of 'catfall,' formed by adding the '-s' suffix to the compound noun.

Kelly Says

Old sailing ships needed multiple catfalls to manage their anchors and rigging, and each one required perfect maintenance—sailors spent hours keeping these lines ready, making them true masters of rope work!

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