belaying pin

be·lay·ing pin

B0167800 (bĭ-lā′ĭng)n. Nautical A short, removable wooden or metal pin fitted in a hole in the rail of a boat and used for securing rigging lines.

belaying pin

n (Nautical Terms) nautical a cylindrical, sometimes tapered pin, usually of metal or wood, that fits into a hole in a pin or fife rail: used for belaying

belay′ing pin`

n. a bar inserted in a ship's rail for belaying a rope.

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belaying pin - a wood or metal bar to which a rope can be secured (as on a ship or in mountain climbing)bar - a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon; "there were bars in the windows to prevent escape"ship - a vessel that carries passengers or freight

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