steeves (0 synonym found)

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Definition of steeves:

(n) : (nautical) The angle that a bowsprit makes with the horizon, or with the line of the vessel's keel.
(v) : (transitive) To stow, as bales in a vessel's hold, by means of a steeve.
(n) : A spar, with a block at one end, used in stowing cotton bales and similar cargo needing to be packed tightly.
(v) : (archaic) To project upward, or make an angle with the horizon or with the line of a vessel's keel; said of the bowsprit, etc.

Definition of steeves:

(n) : (nautical) The angle that a bowsprit makes with the horizon, or with the line of the vessel's keel.
(v) : (transitive) To stow, as bales in a vessel's hold, by means of a steeve.
(n) : A spar, with a block at one end, used in stowing cotton bales and similar cargo needing to be packed tightly.
(v) : (archaic) To project upward, or make an angle with the horizon or with the line of a vessel's keel; said of the bowsprit, etc.

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