"chafing gear" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} chafing gear (uncountable)
  1. (nautical) Any material, usually rope or canvas, used to protect sails, rigging, etc., at points where they are exposed to friction. Wikipedia link: United States Navy Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Nautical Synonyms: chafe guard, chafing guard
    Sense id: en-chafing_gear-en-noun-0habAG3u Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: nautical, transport

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