"reefpoint" meaning in All languages combined

See reefpoint on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: reefpoints [plural]
Etymology: reef + point Etymology templates: {{compound|en|reef|point}} reef + point Head templates: {{en-noun}} reefpoint (plural reefpoints)
  1. (nautical) Any of a series of short ropes attached to a sail that are used to secure it when reefed. Categories (topical): Nautical
    Sense id: en-reefpoint-en-noun-KUy8wNdl Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: nautical, transport

Inflected forms

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