The act of performing the nautical maneuver of clubhaul; changing a ship's direction using anchor cables in a specific emergency sailing technique.
From 'clubhaul' (the nautical maneuver) plus '-ing' (forming the present participle). Used continuously in nautical terminology since at least the 18th century.
Clubhauling required the crew to work in perfect coordination in dangerous conditions—one mistake and the anchor cable could snap or the ship could capsize—which is why only experienced captains and crews would attempt it.
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