"nettling" meaning in English

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        "A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope."
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        "(ropemaking) A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope."
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        "The process of tying together the ends of yarns in pairs, to prevent tangling."
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        "The process of stinging somebody with nettles."
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