jewel block
jewel block · jewel blocks
A block at the extremity of a yard, through which the halyard of a studdingsail is roveA block at the extremity of a yard, through which the halyard of a studdingsail is rove.
Meaning
1 senses(archaic)A block at the extremity of a yard, through which the halyard of a studdingsail is rove.
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