Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kevel
verb
/ˈkɛvəl/
Definition
A term used chiefly in nautical contexts, referring to a device used to fasten ropes, especially in mooring ships.
Examples
- He used a kevel to secure the boat to the dock.
- The sailors learned how to kevel the lines properly during their training.
- After a long journey, she expertly keveled the ship in the harbor.
Meaning
To kevel is to fasten or secure a rope or line, often used in the context of tying up boats.
Synonyms
- fasten
- secure
- tie up
